According to statutory provision, each newly elected, re-elected, or appointed Director shall take an oath or affirmation to support the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Washington and to promote the interests of education and to faithfully discharge the duties of the office to the best of their ability.

The oath will be given during the first official meeting after the election results are certified, unless there are extenuating circumstances. It shall be endorsed thereon and a school district officer or notary public authorized to administer oaths must certify to this oath and the signature of the member. After properly completed, the oath of office shall be filed with King County.

Superintendent Procedure:

Policy Cross References:

• 1000 – Legal Status and Operation
• 1005 – Responsibilities and Authority of the Board
• 1115 – Vacancies  
• 1220 – Board Officers and Duties of Board Members

Previous Policies:

• B09.00 – Oath of Office

Legal References:

• RCW 28A.343.360 Oath of office.

Management Resources:

Last Board Review:

Revisions:

• March 12, 2025 (Administrative Update per Policy No. 1310)
• March 9, 2018 (Administrative Update per Policy No. 1310)

Adopted by the Board:

• June 1, 2011