The Sequim School District’s Highly Capable Program is accepting referrals from Dec. 1- Jan. 31.

The program is for local students in grades kindergarten-12th grade.

Anyone may refer students, including but not limited to: teachers, parents/guardians, staff, friends, students, members of the community, however, parent/guardian permission will be required for testing.

Students new to the district who exhibit gifted characteristics are encouraged to contact Highly Capable Program Coordinator Jodi Olson at 360-775-7083 or jolson@sequimschools.org.

For more about the characteristics of Highly Capable learners, visit tinyurl.com/SEQhcresources.

Students who were previously identified by Sequim School District will continue to receive services and do not need to re-apply.

Get details about the program and the referral process, including the referral packeton the district’s website (sequimschools.org) at tinyurl.com/SEQhc2023.

Get referral forms directly at sequimschools.org/common/pages/DisplayFile.aspx?itemId=25194554.

All materials are available in Spanish as well.

Paper referral forms are available at each school, the Sequim School District office (503 N. Sequim Ave.), Sequim Boys & Girls Club (400 W. Fir St.) and the Sequim Library (630 N. Sequim Ave.).

Referral forms must be fully completed and received by close of business on Jan. 31; because of time constraints, referrals received after Jan. 31 will not be considered.

All referrals must be returned to Olson at Sequim Middle School (301 W. Hendrickson Road), school building secretaries or to the district office.

For more about Hi-Cap services in the Sequim School District, contact Olson at 360-775-7083 or jolson@sequimschools.org.