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Sept. 8, 2011
Introduction to A+ Schools
In May of 1997, Gideon High School was designated as one of the first A+ Schools in the state. This designation means that those graduates of Gideon High School who meet the specific requirements are eligible for a two-year grant to a Missouri Junior College or postsecondary school. The grant will pay for tuition.
Effective August 28, 2010, oversight of the A+ program will be transferred from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to the Missouri Department of Higher Education (MDHE). MDHE is now administering the postsecondary scholarship component of the A+ program.
To enroll in the program you must have a signed A+ Agreement on file. You can download the correct agreement below and return the completed agreement to the high school counselor or high school principal.
A+ Agreement for students graduating before 2015
A+ Agreement for students graduating 2015 and after
9/8/2011
- Be a U.S. citizen, eligible non-citizen or lawfully present in the U.S.
- Enter into a written agreement with your high school prior to graduation.
- Attend a designated A+ high school for 3 consecutive years prior to graduation.1
- Graduate with an overall grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Have at least a 95% attendance record overall for grades 9-12.
- Perform at least 50 hours of unpaid tutoring or mentoring, of which up to 25% may include job shadowing.
- Maintain a record of good citizenship and avoid the unlawful use of drugs and/or alcohol.
- Beginning with the high school senior class of 2015, have achieved a score of proficient or advanced on the Algebra I end of course exam.
Where Can I Use the A+ Scholarship?
In general, you can use your A+ Scholarchip at a Missouri 2 year Community College and approved Vocational Technical Schools. The Missouri Department of Higher Educaton maintains a list of eligible A+ Community Colleges and Vocational Technical Schools.
For more information about about our A+ Schools program contact the High School Office