The deadline for students to apply to the A+ program is the last Wednesday of September of the student's senior year.
The A+ Schools Program was established as part of the Missouri Outstanding Schools Act of 1993 in order to provide incentives for local high schools to raise academic expectations, reduce their dropout rate, establish relationships with the business community, and provide better career pathways to students. Administration of the scholarships of the A+ Program is coordinated through the Missouri Department of Higher Education. Additional details can be found by visiting the Missouri Department of Higher Education website.
Students who graduate from an A+ designated high school may qualify for a state-paid financial incentive to attend a public community college or public career or technical school in Missouri.
Please refer to the RSD A+ Handbook for a complete overview of the program requirements. This is a student-driven program.
ACT Math Score | Final Cum GPA |
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17 or greater | 2.5 or greater |
16 | 2.8 or greater |
15 | 3.0 or greater |
All absences (excused and unexcused) count toward a student’s attendance percentage. Some absences may be eligible for review. Please review the chart below for a list of absences eligible for review and supply the A+ office with the required documentation to be considered. Attendance reviews will not be granted for the following; truancy, suspension, vacation, transportation, absences due to final exam exemptions.
Absences Eligible for Review | Documentation Required |
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Hospitalization | Physician's Letter |
Chronic Health Problem | Physician's Letter |
Court Appearance | Court Letter |
Funeral | Parent letter and copy of death certificate, obituary, or memorial pamphlet |
Religious Holiday | Letter from Clergy |
Personal or Family Calamity | Parent and School Counselor Letter |
Catastrophic Illness or Injury | Physician's Letter |
College Visit | Letter from College Admissions Office |
*Absences due to COVID-related issues and/or virtual attendance will be adjusted as needed