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A+ Program

What is the A+ Program and How Can a Student Participate?

STUDENT ELIGIBILITY

Students who graduate from a designated A+ high school may qualify for a state-paid financial incentive to attend any public community college or career/technical school in Missouri if the students successfully meet the following requirements:

  • Enter into a written agreement with the high school prior to graduation.
  • Attend a designated A+ high school for 3 years prior to graduation.
  • Have achieved a score of proficient or advanced on the Algebra 1 EOC or a higher level DESE approved end-of-course exam in the field of mathematics. If you meet all of the eligibility requirements except the end of course requirement, you may establish eligibility by achieving a combined ACT math subscore and high school GPA as found on the Department of Higher Education website. www.dhe.mo.gov
  • Graduate with an overall GPA of 2.5 points or higher on a 4-point scale.
  • Have an overall attendance rate of at least 95 per cent for grades 9-12.
  • Perform 50 hours of district-supervised, unpaid tutoring or mentoring.
  • Maintain a record of good citizenship and avoid the use of drugs and alcohol.

    • *The financial incentive is available only after the student has made a good faith effort to

    first secure all available federal financial aid through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)that does not require repayment.

    Return the completed Participation Agreement, Citizenship and Tutoring Contracts forms to:

    Mr. Jonathan Petersen,
    A+ Director Smithton
    R-VI School District505 S. MyrtleSmithton, MO 65350Phone -660-343-5318
    Fax: 660 343 5389
    petersenj@smithton.k12.mo.us