What Washington’s New HiCap Rules Mean for Educators
Washington’s new Highly Capable rules take effect in June — and for educators, the 2026–27 school year is when implementation begins. These updates bring significant changes to identification practices, services, notifications, and more.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
• What’s new in WAC 392-170 and what it now requires of districts
• How universal screening works and what it means for your child or school
• How identification and placement now work — and key protections against exclusion
• What the new rules mean for families of multilingual learners, 2e students, and other underserved groups
• What to expect heading into the 2026–27 school year
📅 June 11, 2026 | 4:30–6:00 PM | Free on Zoom
