Missouri A+ schools program

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The Missouri A+ Schools Program is a legislated, statewide reform effort that offers a framework and incentives for providing quality education for all students in Missouri.[1]

Student eligibility

Student financial incentives will be available for a period of four years after high school graduation.[2]

Each student must enter into a written agreement with the school prior to high school graduation and:

  • Have attended a designated A+ School for three consecutive years prior to high school graduation;
  • Graduated from high school with an overall grade point average of two and five-tenths points or higher on a four-point scale, or graduated from a high school with documented mastery of institutionally identified skills that would equate to a two and five-tenths grade point average or higher;
  • Have at least a ninety-five percent attendance record overall for grades nine through twelve;
  • Performed fifty hours of unpaid tutoring or mentoring for younger students; and
  • Maintained a record of good citizenship and avoidance of the unlawful use of drugs and/or alcohol;
  • Score "proficient" or "advanced" on the Algebra I End-of-Course Exam

Ongoing eligibility

Each participating student must during the four-year period of incentive availability:

Funding

References

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