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A Plus

A+ Message

Jil Behr

A+ COORDINATOR’S MESSAGE

 

To Students and Parents:

 

The education of all students is important, regardless of their plans following high school. Some John F. Hodge graduates will choose to attend a four-year college or university; others may go directly into the work force or military; still others may seek additional training at a post-secondary vocational school or community college. The A+ Program is designed to ensure that no matter which option is chosen, all high school students will be provided selections of courses, career counseling, technology and/or workplace skill development opportunities that are appropriate to their career goals.

 

The three major goals of the A+ Program are that:

 

·         All students will graduate.

·         All students will complete a course of study that is challenging and for which there are identified learner expectations

·         All students will proceed from high school to a college or post-secondary vocational or technical school or a high wage job

It is common knowledge that those who graduate from high school have more earning power than high school dropouts. We also know that those with post-secondary training typically earn more than those who have no additional training. The jobs that will be most plentiful in the 21st century will require additional training beyond high school, but not necessarily a four-year degree. How will you pay for this training?

The best-known aspect of the A+ Program is the tuition benefits. Upon successful completion of all A+ requirements, and dependent upon state funds being available, the state will pay two years’ tuition and required general fees at a Missouri community college or vocational/technical school for A+ graduates.

This handbook is designed to present the guidelines and policies that will be applied to all A+ students and followed by John F. Hodge High School.

 

A+ Agreement

Jil Behr

A+ Agreement

John F. Hodge High School

 

Please complete the following form and return to the A+ Coordinator.  This will be kept on file in the A+ Office.

 

Student’s Name _____________________________ Year of Graduation ____________

 

A student who qualifies according to the following criteria and continues an education at a Missouri public community college or vocational technical school may be eligible for state reimbursed tuition and common fees for up to six semesters.  Each student should enter into a written agreement with the school and to be eligible, must have:

 

1.        Attended a designated A+ School for three consecutive years prior to high school graduation;

2.        Graduated from high school with a GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale;

3.        Maintained at least a 95% attendance record for the four-year period;

4.        Performed 50 hours of unpaid tutoring or mentoring for other students; and

5.        Maintained a record of good citizenship and avoidance of the unlawful use of drugs and alcohol.

 

To access A+ benefits, I agree to do the following:

1.                    Provide verification of social security number.

2.                    Made a documented, good faith effort, to secure all available federal post-secondary student financial assistance funds (FAFSA) that do not require repayment.

3.                    Register with selective service, if applicable.

 

Admission into the A+ Program does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, or disability.

 

The student financial incentive may be available for a period of four years after high school graduation.  To maintain eligibility during that time, each participating student must enroll full-time and attend a Missouri public community college or vocational-technical school.

 

_______________ I am interested in participating in the A+ Program.

_______________ I am not interested in participating in the A+ Program.

 

 

Student Signature                                                                                                                    Date

 

 

Parent/Guardian Signature                                                                                                      Date

 

 

A+ Coordinator Signature                                                                                                       Date

 

 

 

All reimbursements are dependent upon John F. Hodge High School maintaining its status as an A+ School and the availability of state appropriations from the Missouri General Assembly.  Reimbursement is not the responsibility of the St. James R-1 School District

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