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A+ Schools Program

Jennings High School’s designation as an A+ School makes it possible for students to qualify for two years of tuition and fees* for attendance at any public community college or some public career-technical schools in the state of Missouri. Some four-year institutions are also offering scholarships to students who qualify for the A+ financial incentive. More information is available from the financial aid offices of the institutions of higher learning and the JHS counseling department. 

To be eligible for the financial incentives of the A+ Schools Program, a student must meet the following criteria: 

  • Enter into a Student Participation Agreement with his/her high school prior to graduation.
  • Graduate from an A+ designated school and attend an A+ designated school for any two of the four years prior tograduation.
  • Graduate from high school with a non-weighted, cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or above.
  • Have at least a 95 percent cumulative attendance record for four years.
  • Perform 50 hours of unpaid tutoring or mentoring of younger students or students of the same age group.
  • Students need to earn a proficient score on the Algebra 1 End-of-Course (EOC) exam.
  • Maintain a record of good citizenship and avoid the use of unlawful drugs and/or alcohol.
  • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.
  • Register for Selective Service, if applicable (Males only – required within 30 days after 18th birthday).

Students must sign up for the A+ Schools Program by January 1 of their senior year. 

*Availability of financial incentives is contingent upon the state funding of the A+ Schools Program each year. The Jennings SchoolDistrict does not appropriate the state funds for the program.