Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

A: GPA, former winner of the highly competitive School Action Fund grant, is a student-centered, adaptive high school with a cohesive and experienced faculty and staff. We are committed to growing and improving alongside our students. The School Action Fund is a grant and support framework designed to increase the number of students in great schools by providing customized planning and implementation support to school districts committed to strategic, successful, and sustainable school actions. The purpose of the School Action Fund is to assist and support districts in planning or implementing a school action in Title I comprehensive or targeted schools, allowing districts to create new and improved learning environments that substantially increase student achievement.

A: No, GPA is an Austin ISD School of Choice; we are not the Disciplinary Alternative Education Program (DAEP). As such, our program accepts students from all over the Austin Independent School District. 

A: Yes. GPA is a fully accredited high school and part of Austin ISD. Our students are awarded the same diploma as those at traditional high schools and graduate in a ceremony with Travis Early College High School.

A: Yes, our students may take dual credit courses through ACC while enrolled at GPA.

A: No; However, GPA awards our Highest Ranking Senior when specific criteria are met. Jacob M.C. is our Highest Ranking Senior for 2025. 

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