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Reminder: Washington State Healthy Youth Survey Next Month

Posted Date: 9/19/25 (10:17 AM)
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The attached document informs parents and guardians about the Healthy Youth Survey (HYS) participation and its significance for youth well-being in Washington State. 
Survey Overview and Purpose
  • The HYS has been conducted since 2002, with participation growing to over 215,000 youth annually.
  • It assesses youth well-being, social relationships, mental health, substance use, and injury risks, guiding community policies and programs. 
  • Participation is voluntary; students can skip questions or opt out without penalty, engaging in alternative activities if they choose not to participate.
Survey Content and Confidentiality
  • Targeted students include those in Grades 6, 8, 10, and 12, with some districts including Grades 7, 9, and 11. 
  • Topics cover demographics, school feelings, relationships, health behaviors, and safety.  Parents can review questions online. 
  • Individual responses are confidential, with no names or identifying codes collected, and data stored securely.
Use of Results
  • Results inform schools, districts, and public health agencies for service provision, grant writing, and policy planning. 
  • Reports are shared publicly, while datasets are available to approved users through a data-sharing agreement.