Highly Capable Learners (HCL)

Vision
We make a collective commitment to Bellingham’s children. We will empower every child to discover and develop a passion, contribute to their community, and achieve a fulfilling and productive life.

Mission
We collectively commit to support a purposeful continuum of services for a diverse group of highly capable learners to develop each individual’s fullest potential.

Definition
Highly capable students are those who perform or show potential for performing at significantly advanced academic levels when compared with others of their age, experiences, or environments. Outstanding abilities are seen within students’ general intellectual aptitudes, specific academic abilities, and/or creative productivities within a specific domain. These students are present not only in the general populace, but are present within all protected classes. ( WAC 392.170.080)

Forms

Student Information and Referral Form

Informacion del Estudiante/Formulario de Referencia para Altamente Capaces

Teacher, Staff or Community Member Referral Form

Formulario del Personal/Mienbro de la Comunidad para Altamente Capaces

Appeal Form – Programa de Estudiantes Altamente Capaces Formulario de Apelación