Our Priorities

Fully, amply, equitably, & sustainably.

Protecting & Right Sizing Education Funding

Across Washington State, education agencies and advocates are working to protect and strengthen education funding so it reflects real costs and student needs. Current priorities include MSOC, special education, transportation, and equity-focused funding reforms. Stakeholders are working to develop sustainable models that our districts can rely on, including the work being done within OSPI’s K12 Funding Equity Workgroup.

From identification to instruction.

Strengthening Professional Learning Systems for Educators

Students with advanced learning needs are present in almost every classroom. National research and guidance are clear: identification alone does not ensure access to appropriate instruction. Meaningful outcomes depend on professional learning systems that build instructional and support capacity across roles, settings, and systems.

Universal Screening for Highly Capable became Washington State law in 2023

Equitable Identification through Universal Screening

Highly Capable students have historically been under-identified and under-served Districts using universal screening (SB5072, 2023) are improving equity and increasing access to their programs. It’s essential that these effective policies and practices reach every student who is ready for accelerated learning and enhanced instruction.