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A quick look at Kelso's Highly Capable Program by grade level: K - 12

In grade K:  

• Instructional Coach supports classroom teachers

• As-needed basis

• Focus on student talent development

• Recognizing characteristics of highly capable students

• Implementing differentiated instructional strategies

In Grades 1-5: 

• Instructional Coach supports classroom teachers

• Services provided through cluster grouping in the general education classroom

• Academic supports and challenges provided on an as-appropriate and as-needed basis throughout the school day

• Students identify and track academic goals

• Students participate in monthly meetings during the school day emphasizing creative problem solving and collaborative social skills

• Students are invited to participate in enrichment activities outside of school hours

  • Symposiums 

  • Problem Solver's Expo

  • Student Socials

In Grades 6-8:  

• Instructional Coach supports classroom teachers

• Services provided through cluster grouping in the general education classroom for math and ELA

• Academic supports and challenges provided on an as-appropriate and as-needed basis

• Student goal setting

• Students participate in monthly meetings during the school day emphasizing creative problem solving and collaborative social skills

• Students are invited to participate in enrichment activities outside of school hours

  • Symposiums 

  • Student Socials

In Grades 9-12:  

• Teachers are encouraged to differentiate to support each student and have access to the Highly Capable Program Instructional Coach

• Services include:

  • Honors courses

  • Advanced Placement courses

  • College in the High School

  • University of Washington courses

  • Running Start

• Students are invited to attend an annual, off-campus, field trip focusing on career and college readiness

• All Hi-Cap students are automatically members of the Kelso High School SCHOLARS Club