Washington Revised Code Title 28A. Common School Provisions § 28A.210.278. Topical sunscreen products--Sun safety guidelines

(1) Any person, including students, parents, and school personnel, may possess topical sunscreen products to help prevent sunburn while on school property, at a school-related event or activity, or at summer camp. As excepted in RCW 28A.210.260, a sunscreen product may be possessed and applied under this section without the prescription or note of a licensed health care professional if the product is regulated by the United States food and drug administration for over-the-counter use. For student use, a sunscreen product must be supplied by a parent or guardian.

(2) Schools are encouraged to educate students about sun safety guidelines.

(3) Nothing in this section requires school personnel to assist students in applying sunscreen.

(4) As used in this section, “school” means a public school, school district, educational service district, or private school with any of grades kindergarten through twelve.