OFCO & OEO Virtual Event: Mandatory Reporting for Child Abuse & Neglect & Education Resources to Support Families. Clock hours provided. Register for event: bit.ly/OEOJan25 Register for clock hours: pdenroller.org/psesd/catalog/… 28 Jan. 10.00-11.30 a.m. [email protected]

If you’ve experienced a disaster, the Office of Education Ombuds staff is here to support you and your family. We hope this guide can help to ease some of the anxieties and help you feel more safe, settled, and on a path to recovery. oeo.wa.gov/sites/default/…

OEO Team Virtual Event For Medical Professionals March 6, 2025 9:00-10:30 a.m. PST Register: ofm-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/regist… CART services will be available. Interpretation available upon request (please request by March 6, 2025). Contact: 564-669-0323 or by email [email protected].

OEO is hiring an Associate Education Ombuds. The Associate Education Ombuds provides informal conflict resolution and carries an independent caseload of education concerns related to OEO’s strategic plan. Position closes 3.9.2025. Apply here: governmentjobs.com/careers/washin…

Join OEO tomorrow for the OEO Team Virtual Event For Medical Professionals March 20, 2025 9:00-10:30 a.m. PST Register using this link: Registration Link ofm-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

OEO is hiring an Associate Education Ombuds, a full-time – permanent, remote/hybrid position with salary range of $65,000-85,000 annually. Position closes 6/8/2025. Find details and application instructions here: governmentjobs.com/careers/washin…

OEO will be closed on Monday, May 26th for Memorial Day. OEO will reopen on Tuesday, May 27th at 8:30 a.m.

Congratulations to the Class of 2025!

Sharing upcoming online event for parents with disabilities. Speaking up for Yourself as a Parent with IDD: Celebrating 35 Years of the ADA and How It Impacts Parents with Disabilities Jul 17, 2025 09:00 AM Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Sharing event-The Brave Warrior Project Resource Fair, July 26, 10 am-12pm. 125 East St. Wenatchee, WA 98801. Explore local programs & services available for children & adults with special needs. Free, family-friendly event. No need to register. Questions, call 509-888-0902.

OSPI offers free Narcan training to school nurses and staff on 8.14.2025. The training provides: Data and trends; ability to identify an overdose or accidental poisoning; Narcan: what it is, how it works, how to administer; Clock hours available. Register: pdenroller.org/newesd101/cata…

OEO welcomes new Associate Education Ombuds - Kira Hamilton! Read Kira's bio here: oeo.wa.gov/en/kira-hamilt…

OEO's Annual Report 2024-2025 is now available. Read policy recommendations and view student and outreach data here: oeo.wa.gov/sites/default/…

Register now and join OEO on Nov. 13 at 10 a.m. for Virtual Office Hours. Registration link: ofm-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Join OEO for virtual event Dec. 18 from 12-1:30 p.m. “My Student Has an IEP and/or 504 Plan, Now What?” Register: ofm-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

OEO Virtual Office Hours this Thursday, December 18th from 12-1:30 p.m. Part 2 of 3 focusing on "My student has an IEP/504 Plan, Now What?" Information on timelines, what's in an IEP, and what to expect. Register now: ofm-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Impacted by flooding in Washington state? OEO staff can help answer education questions, guide you through education processes, and share resources. Phone interpretation is available at 1-866-297-2597, and the website is translated into multiple languages. oeo.wa.gov/en

Happy New Year! The Office of the Education Ombuds is closed January 1st, and will open again January 2nd.