Highly Capable Program Timeline

What

When

Highly Capable Program Parent Referral Window Open for Students in Grades 2 – 7

October 31-December 4, 2025

Parent Input Survey sent to parents of students who have been moved forward for testing ,as determined by the multi-disciplinary committee

January 30

CogAT Testing and Makeups

February 2-13

The multidisciplinary selection team (MDST) meets to review data and select students

March 12

Send selection status notifications to parents of all nominated students

April 10

Appeal window

April 15-27

Multidisciplinary selection team meeting – appeals

May 5

Results of the appeals process communicated to families and schools

May 8

CogAT testing for students transferring into CSD after the 2025-26 assessment window closes

August 7 and August 11, 2026