The bill aims to enhance the accessibility of the required school director governance training program by making it available at no cost and offering a virtual option. It amends RCW 28A.345.120 to ensure that the Washington state school directors' association identifies or develops governance training programs that align with cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion standards, as well as principles of multicultural education and English language acquisition.

Key changes include the provision that the governance training program will be offered at no cost to school directors and will be available at the necessary frequency to meet existing requirements. Additionally, starting with the 2025-26 school year, a virtual option for the training program will be implemented. The bill also clarifies the definitions of "cultural competency," "diversity," "equity," and "inclusion" as they relate to the training.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 28A.345.120