HAP – High Ability Program

Koo Wee Rup Secondary College High Ability Program (HAP) caters for students who have above average academic ability and a high level of commitment to their schoolwork. HAP students are included in annual programs designed to encourage their creativity and competitive nature. Some experiences include guest speakers, excursions and enrolment in extension-based academic competitions.

The HAP program focuses on maximising opportunities for academically talented students to excel by placing them in a separate HAP class where they are surrounded by like-minded peers and encouraged to continue making growth in their studies. The curriculum is delivered at a faster pace and more sophisticated level so that students can move ahead to work beyond their expected level.

HAP students are placed into the class based on their academic achievement and are expected to maintain a level of achievement to remain in the program. Progress and achievement is monitored regularly through College progress reports and semester reports, as well as teacher feedback. An Academic Excellence and Extension Learning Specialists exists to monitor and support the HAP students; and to liaise between the students, their teachers and home. This Learning Specialist is also working to curate a roadmap of experiences outside of the classroom to support and extend HAP students from Year 7 to Year 12 at Koo Wee Rup Secondary College.