When does a student sign up for the A+ Schools Program?
There is no specific date requirement for signing the agreement. The agreement can be signed at any time as long as the student has sufficient time to complete the eligibility requirements prior to graduation. Mid-Buchanan Freshmen are given the opportunity to sign up for the A+ Schools program in order to take full advantage of tutoring opportunities during summer school in order to have ample time to complete the tutoring requirement of the program.
What is an A+ Participation Agreement?
An A+ participation agreement is a document signed by the students and his/her parents indicating an interest in the program. Once the agreement is signed by all parties, it is kept on file by the A+ Coordinator. The file documents information relative to the student’s eligibility to receive A+ financial incentives.
How does a student qualify for participation in the A+ Schools Program?
To qualify for eligibility a student must have attended a designated A+ School for three consecutive years prior to graduation and:
1. The student and his/her parent must sign an A+ participation agreement.
2. Graduate with at least a cumulative 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
3. Class of 2015 must score proficient or advanced on Algebra 1 EOC.
4. Graduate with a 95% attendance average over a four-year period.
5. Perform 50 hours of unpaid tutoring or mentoring.
6. Maintain a record of good citizenship, including the avoidance of the unlawful use of alcohol and drugs, as defined by the local school district’s policy
7. Complete a FAFSA during your senior year of high school.
8. Male students must register under the United States Military Selective Service Act and show proof of registration.
Important Websites:
Effective August 28, 2010 the Missouri Department of Higher Ed is in charge of the A+ financial incentives. (800) 473-6757 or
www.dhe.mo.gov/aplusscholarship.html
What financial incentives are available through the A+ Schools Program?
Mid-Buchanan has attained designation as an A+ School. All eligible graduates may qualify for 105% tuition reimbursement of the hours required for the program the student is currently enrolled, subject to legislative appropriation to any public community college or career-technical school in the state of Missouri. Many four year universities offer scholarships for students that have participated in the A+ Schools Program. In an age of soaring post-secondary education costs, this represents a tremendous opportunity for the young people of our community.
What are the goals of the A+ Schools Program?
As outlined in the Outstanding Schools Act of 1993 and defined by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the three primary goals of the A+ Schools Program are:
1. All students graduate from high school;
2. All students complete a selections of high school studies that is challenging and for which there are identified learning expectations;
3. All students proceed from high school graduation to a college or post-secondary career-technical school or high wage job with workplace skill development opportunities.
There is no specific date requirement for signing the agreement. The agreement can be signed at any time as long as the student has sufficient time to complete the eligibility requirements prior to graduation. Mid-Buchanan Freshmen are given the opportunity to sign up for the A+ Schools program in order to take full advantage of tutoring opportunities during summer school in order to have ample time to complete the tutoring requirement of the program.
What is an A+ Participation Agreement?
An A+ participation agreement is a document signed by the students and his/her parents indicating an interest in the program. Once the agreement is signed by all parties, it is kept on file by the A+ Coordinator. The file documents information relative to the student’s eligibility to receive A+ financial incentives.
How does a student qualify for participation in the A+ Schools Program?
To qualify for eligibility a student must have attended a designated A+ School for three consecutive years prior to graduation and:
1. The student and his/her parent must sign an A+ participation agreement.
2. Graduate with at least a cumulative 2.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
3. Class of 2015 must score proficient or advanced on Algebra 1 EOC.
4. Graduate with a 95% attendance average over a four-year period.
5. Perform 50 hours of unpaid tutoring or mentoring.
6. Maintain a record of good citizenship, including the avoidance of the unlawful use of alcohol and drugs, as defined by the local school district’s policy
7. Complete a FAFSA during your senior year of high school.
8. Male students must register under the United States Military Selective Service Act and show proof of registration.
Important Websites:
Effective August 28, 2010 the Missouri Department of Higher Ed is in charge of the A+ financial incentives. (800) 473-6757 or
www.dhe.mo.gov/aplusscholarship.html
What financial incentives are available through the A+ Schools Program?
Mid-Buchanan has attained designation as an A+ School. All eligible graduates may qualify for 105% tuition reimbursement of the hours required for the program the student is currently enrolled, subject to legislative appropriation to any public community college or career-technical school in the state of Missouri. Many four year universities offer scholarships for students that have participated in the A+ Schools Program. In an age of soaring post-secondary education costs, this represents a tremendous opportunity for the young people of our community.
What are the goals of the A+ Schools Program?
As outlined in the Outstanding Schools Act of 1993 and defined by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the three primary goals of the A+ Schools Program are:
1. All students graduate from high school;
2. All students complete a selections of high school studies that is challenging and for which there are identified learning expectations;
3. All students proceed from high school graduation to a college or post-secondary career-technical school or high wage job with workplace skill development opportunities.