New Hope is designed for motivated students who meet specific eligibility requirements. To be considered for enrollment, students must meet the following criteria:
Be currently enrolled in one of Leander ISD’s traditional high schools and in their third year of high school or beyond. (Students applying during the summer must have completed at least three years of high school and been enrolled in Leander ISD at the end of the previous school year.)
Have earned a minimum of 13 state credits toward graduation.
Have at least 1 credit in each of the four core subjects.
Has completed their LOTE requirement (Language other than English)
Be at least 16 years old and willing to take responsibility for maintaining strong attendance, academic progress, and appropriate conduct.
Has successfully completed at least two EOC/STAAR assessments.
Have an academic need and/or life circumstance that would make an alternative, self-paced learning environment a better fit.
Be committed to earning a high school diploma.