Academy Overview

The Frontier STEM Academy is designed to provide a rigorous and focused course of study emphasizing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math).  Coursework is advanced within a Pre-AP concentration and integrates project/problem-based learning and Makerspaces with open learning environments.  The learning environment at the academy gives learners “voice and choice” to create, invent, tinker, and explore with the result being high quality and authentic products.  

Application Considerations

When deciding to apply for the Frontier STEM Academy students should consider the unique learning environment at the academy.  Applicants should be:

• Current 8th graders interested in hands on learning that allows them to explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.  

• Inquisitive and excited about learning in a collaborative environment.

• Interested in learning with enhanced technology availability.

• Meeting or exceeding learner target measures (see next section).

• Interested in developing 21st century skills; including, communication, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, character, and citizenship.

Learner Target Measures

A learner profile will assist in the identification of learners that have the potential to be successful at the Frontier Academy.  A learner meeting or exceeding the target measures below will have a higher probability of success at the Frontier STEM Academy.  Applications meeting the highest levels of the target measures will be reviewed first based on the pool of applicants.

• Successful completion of Algebra I and earn meets or masters on Algebra I EOC during your 8th grade year

• Overall average of 85% in math, science, social studies, and English for 7th and 8th grade (both years and all classes are averaged together)

• Link to view learner profile and target measures: Frontier STEM Academy Rubric

Once you have read and understand the admission criteria, click the link below to submit your application. 

PLEASE NOTE: ALL applications must be submitted online through the link below to be considered for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. No paper applications will be accepted. 

If you do not have access to a device to submit an online application, please call the Frontier STEM Academy at 682-314-1566 to schedule a time to come to the campus to submit an application. 

STEP 1: Complete Application

• Applications are available December 16, 2024 at 9:00 am.

• Applications are available on the MISD Power of Choice website.

• Applications must be submitted online or to the MISD Student Service office located at 609 East Broad Street by January 24, 2025 at 4:30 pm.  Applications will not be accepted after 4:30 pm on January 24th. 

STEP 2: Application Review and Selection Process

• After a completed application is submitted, the application will be reviewed.

• Applicants moving on to the interview process will be notified by email to schedule their interview.

• Learners who are not offered a seat will be placed on a waiting list in an order determined by a random lottery.

STEP 3: Notification Process

• All learners will be notified March14, 2025 after 3:00 pm of their Frontier STEM acceptance status.

• Admitted learners will need to reply to their Frontier STEM Academy invitation by 4:30 pm on March 28, 2025.

• Learners who do not accept the invitation by the deadline will forfeit their seat at the Frontier STEM Academy and that seat will be filled from the waiting list of applicants.