Change of Service
When considering exiting a student from the Highly Capable Program, the emphasis will be on meeting the social, emotional, and academic needs of the student. This process/procedure to be updated 26-27 to be in alignment with new WACs.
If for any reason, a student requires additional support in regard to the appropriateness of highly capable placement, the following procedures will be implemented.
Step 1
A conference will be held between the parent and teacher (and student if appropriate). The purpose of this meeting will be to:
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Discuss measurable goals with a timeline of four weeks.
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The school principal will be notified of goals and timeline. If the concerns remain after the designated timeline, a follow-up meeting will be held to revise the goals or go on to step 2.
Step 2
A conference will be scheduled with the parent, teacher, building principal, district administrator and other Multidisciplinary Identification and Placement Committee members as appropriate. The purpose of this meeting will be to:
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Discuss concerns.
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Set measurable goals with a four week timeline or make a decision to exit the student from the current Highly Capable Program placement
If concerns remain after the designated timeline, go on to step 3.
Step 3
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Student exits the program (preferably at end of school year).
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Should the student wish to re-enter the program in the future, the request will be considered by the district’s Multidisciplinary Identification and Placement Committee to determine what identification procedures are appropriate.