Success Academy

A Missouri Option Program

Success Academy at Clyde C. Miller Career Academy provides an alternative pathway for students who are behind in credits but are capable of completing the requirements needed to earn a high school diploma.

Program Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Contact Success Academy

Success Academy at Clyde C. Miller Career Academy
1000 N. Grand Blvd. | St. Louis, MO 63106

Phone: 314-531-2220

Dr. Felita Williams
Principal & Director

What is the Missouri Option?

The Missouri Option Program offers an alternative pathway to a high school diploma for students who are behind in credits but are capable of completing the requirements.

Targeted Students
The program targets students ages 17-20 who are at risk of dropping out or have already dropped out.

Requirements
A significant part of the program involves passing the high school equivalency exam (HiSET) and completing other district requirements.

Academic Instruction
Students are required to participate in a minimum of 15 hours of academic instruction per week.

Extracurricular Activities
In addition to instruction, students must be enrolled in other supervised activities, such as career-related electives, courses, volunteer experiences or work experience.

What is the HiSET?

Success Academy Perks

Graduation: Success Academy students are eligible to participate in a graduation ceremony with their peers.

Teachers: Four classes are offered, with teachers for each HiSET subject.

Tutoring: Monday-Friday, 12-2 p.m.

Summer Support: Support is available from the Summer Alumni.

My180 Youth Program: Meets Thursdays at 12 p.m.

Special Events: Student incentives are offered regularly to recognize hard work.

How to Apply

Step 1: Apply
Students ages 17-20, along with their parent/guardian, should bring all required documents to the Success Academy office.

Step 2: Eligibility Testing
Once an application is received, students will schedule a diagnostic test to determine eligibility. Students must pass a 7th-grade reading and math test.

Step 3: Orientation
If a student passes, they will attend an orientation. Orientations are offered twice a month.

Step 4: Begin Classes
After all steps are completed, students will be accepted into the program and can begin classes.

Documents Required for Enrollment

Valid Missouri ID, permit or driver's license. A valid Missouri ID is required to register for HiSET.
Social Security card
Birth certificate
Copy of immunization records
Proof of City residence
Student proof of employment/volunteer placement: last paycheck stub and/or copy of work schedule
Most recent high school transcript