High Ability Learner Program

WPS High Ability Learner Program

Click the following link to access the Wahoo Public Schools' High Ability Learner (HAL) Program Handbook: HAL Handbook

The Wahoo Public Schools, in partnership with students and parents, is committed to an educational program that recognizes the unique characteristics of each student and strives to enhance all aspects of student development. The High Ability Learner Program is an integral part of this commitment. This program is based on a multidimensional instructional approach that includes a wide range of experiences. The differentiation of educational programs to meet the needs of gifted learners is a major responsibility of the school and the classroom teacher.

If you have any questions concerning your son/daughter and the HAL Program, please contact your child's building principal.

Identification

One of the most frequently asked questions about HAL is how students are identified.  Formal HAL identification begins in 4th grade and is initially based on standardized acheivement scores such as MAP.  Students who are close to qualifying for HAL can take an individual ability test such as the CARS assessment through ESU #2. Parents and teachers may also request that individual students be screened further by providing a basis for their request.  For further information, please refer to the HAL Handbook.