What is the application process?

• Download and print out the form (17K PDF), or obtain an application packet from your student’s school guidance counselor or at Sacajawea or Lakota middle schools’ main office
• Middle school students must ask two teachers (elementary students, ask one teacher) in the core areas of Math, Science and/or English to complete the teacher recommendation form (16K PDF)
• Supply a copy of your student’s most recent report card
• Complete the application form

Criteria for acceptance into the Cambridge Checkpoint Preparatory Academy

• WASL scores of 400 or better on reading, writing, math and science, or passing scores on the most recent District Course Assessments
• Complete an essay in 3 paragraphs, but no longer than 1 page —“What are the qualities of a successful student?”
• 3.0+ GPA in core academic classes, or be meeting or exceeding grade level standards
• Teacher recommendation forms from no more than 2 current teachers in Math, Science or English

The application process will begin in March of 2008.

Application Deadline for the 2008-2009 school year is Monday, April 15, 2008. All forms must arrive at your preferred school (Sacajawea or Lakota) by this date.

Notification of acceptance will occur no later than May 3, 2008.