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The IPA provides an alternative option designed to appeal to students seeking challenges in an advanced and demanding curriculum not present in typical public schools. As designed and envisioned, the smaller class sizes, dedicated teaching faculty and safe and enriching environment in a newly redesigned facility include opportunities for every student willing to commit to the demanding expectations to be found in a curriculum designed to prepare them for success. While remedial classes are not included, faculty involvement with both the student and their family will include a team approach to provide identified positive outcomes.
The Admissions standards shall include a list of key components of evidence where each candidate is considered prior to full admission to NMMI IPA. Additionally, there is established list of “red flags” where each candidate shall be considered and reviewed with additional scrutiny or outright rejection. There is a review of each candidate against the standards shown below.
| Maximum Points Awarded | ||
|---|---|---|
| Grade Point Average | All incoming students will be required to provide the previous year’s report card. Students will be measured against a 4.0 GPA standard. For schools not using a 4.0 track they will be converted to a 4.0 track. | 5.0 |
| Special Ability Standard | Students are reviewed and allowed to submit examples of special abilities. These abilities could include foreign language skills, overall academic standing, athletic skills or skills in the arts. | 5.0 |
Each category of the assessment shall be as follows:
Total possible points – 27.5 Points
The components for the score shall include all elements of the Key Considerations contained herein. A minimum best-qualified standard is intended to set a base for which a candidate may be accepted without the additional waiver or appellate action. Such a candidate shall present a complete body of evidence to be considered and obtain an overall score of 15.
The purpose of the IPA interview is to assess the student’s readiness, motivation, and compatibility with the IPA’s culture. The interview can also help the school administrators gain insight into the student’s academic and personal goals, strengths and challenges, interests, and values. Additionally, the interview may give students the opportunity to ask questions about the IPA, the curriculum, the extracurricular activities, and other aspects of student life. In summary, the interview is an important part of the admission process that benefits both the school and the student.
Extraordinary Interview 5 points
Outstanding Interview 4 points
Good Interview – 3 points
Trending Good Interview – 2 points
Conducted Interview – 1 point
Disinterested Interview – 0 points
The candidate shall not exhibit any unresolved “red flags”.
The test provided shall be derived into outcomes resulting in a student’s determined percentage
from 0% to 100%. A proficiency score of less than 50% will result in a flag to examine if a
student might not be successful at the NMMI IPA. A maximum of 5 points will be assessed to
the student’s acceptance matrix.
The test provided shall be derived into outcomes resulting in a student’s determined percentage
from 0% to 100%. A proficiency score of less than 50% will result in a flag to examine if a
student might not be successful at the NMMI IPA. A maximum of 5 points will be assessed to
the student’s acceptance matrix.
As an expected outcome of the interview, candidates to NMMI IPA shall be reviewed for prior or existing situations and circumstances of behavioral issues. The candidate shall not exhibit nor have a record of any unresolved behavioral issues. In no case, shall a student with a pending criminal issue be allowed admission into NMMI IPA.
The policy includes the idea a candidate not have a medical disorder which would pose a safety risk to themselves or others. Health matters considered chronic or of such duration that a medical remedy is not suitable in a manner of time to allow the student to complete their studies at NMMI IPA without substantial support to do so by NMMI IPA representatives and otherwise limiting their ability to fully participate in academics or as a safety risk shall result in the candidate’s denial for admittance.
Chronic conditions which the candidate argues are not limiting or a safety factor shall be supported by a medical professional’s review and documentation prior to admittance to NMMI IPA.
Candidates with such health factors and any associated documentation shall be forwarded to the NMMI medical board for review and consideration prior to admittance. NMMI medical board decisions are subject to the NMMI Admissions appeal process as defined herein.
Reference the BOR Manual – 7.2, 7.3 Admissions / Retention Standards
The President / Superintendent shall establish the number and authority to grant waivers to the NMMI IPA Head of School.
The expectation is the Head of School granting the waiver will have responsibility for the success or failure of that candidate’s term at NMMI.
The NMMI IPA Head of School shall establish a consistent method of admission process procedures.
Any appeal to the NMMI IPA admissions decision shall be reviewed for appeal by the NMMI IPA Head of School. Subsequent to the Head of School’s determination, a final appeal can be made to the President/Superintendent to NMMI for the purpose of determining if the decision of the Head of School was adequate or complete based on the information provided prior to or at the time of the Head of School’s decision. It is not the intent of the President / Superintendent to override the prior decision based on the same evidence or argument. The President/Superintendent’s decision shall be final.
