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What does the A+ Program mean for the student?
Opportunities to plan ahead for life following high school graduation
¨ Money to attend a participating Missouri public community college, technical or vocational school for two years
¨ Scholarship opportunities at some participating four-year colleges ¨ Insurance for the future - A+ status and benefits remain valid for four years after graduation ¨ Opportunities to explore Career Path interests ¨ Tutoring/mentoring opportunities ¨ Good grade and attendance incentives ¨ You don’t have to be at the top of your class to qualify for A+ program benefits and the financial incentives to attend a two year technical or community college after graduation. ¨ Many qualifying students use the A+ funding to jumpstart their education, then transfer to a four year college or university with junior level status. ¨ A+ graduates are eligible to receive state funds for up to six semesters. A student has a maximum of four calendar years from the date of graduation to access A+ funding.
What steps do I take to participate in the A+ program?
1. Complete and return an A+ Agreement to the A+ office, A+ coordinator or the counselor (agreement is included in the Career Planner, the A+ Handbook, page 7 on this site and is available from the A+ coordinator). 2. Keep a copy of the A+ Handbook for policies including citizenship and attendance requirements. 3. Talk to the A+ coordinator about opportunities to complete the tutoring requirement. 4. Be conscientious to maintain good attendance, grades, and citizenship beginning with the 9th grade year. |
