- (1) A school shall conduct all hearing screenings using tools and procedures that are linguistically, developmentally, and age-appropriate, and shall use screening tools identified in WAC 246-760-030.
- (2) A school shall conduct hearing screening according to the tool's instructions and screening protocol.
- (3) A school is not required to screen a student who has already had a comprehensive audiological evaluation by a licensed professional within the last 12 months. Schools need a report or form signed by a licensed professional to waive the screening, indicating that an examination has been administered. A school must place this report or form in the student's health record.
- (4) A school is not required to screen a student reported by the school district as having reduced hearing levels, as required under RCW 72.40.060.
- (5) Exempt students may request to participate in hearing screenings to promote inclusion and prevent stigmatization.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 28A.210.020. WSR 25-15-072, s 246-760-025, filed 7/15/25, effective 8/15/25.]