Seattle Public Schools

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Highly Capable

SPS Highly Capable Services

At Seattle Public Schools (SPS), we are focused on honoring and supporting the brilliance of every student.

New to SPS Application Opens Dec. 1

Students transferring to SPS are considered for SPS Highly Capable Services through a multi-step process.

Learn more about the application process

New to Seattle?

Transfer Student Eligibility Process

New-to-Seattle students have options regarding transferring into SPS and accessing services.

Returning to Seattle?

Students who were previously identified with a Highly Capable designation and then left the district should contact the HC Customer Care team at hicap@seattleschools.org after re-enrolling in Seattle Public Schools. The Customer Care team will verify the student’s prior eligibility, and once confirmed, the HC designation will be reinstated. 

Identification and Eligibility

We are committed to honor each student’s strengths while implementing a holistic evaluation of the existing and available data and information.