NEP Model Schools
NEP assesses schools based on the 5 Keys for Successful Career Academies. Schools that have demonstrated proficiency in at least two of the 5 Keys earn the status of "School of Promise." Schools that demonstrate mastery of all of the 5 Keys earn the highest honor NEP gives, the designation of "Beacon School."
NEP assesses schools based on the 5 Keys for Successful Career Academies. Schools that have demonstrated proficiency in at least two of the 5 Keys earn the status of "School of Promise." Schools that demonstrate mastery of all of the 5 Keys earn the highest honor NEP gives, the designation of "Beacon School."
Schools of Promise
There are currently only eight Schools of Promise nationally. They are listed below in alphabetical order. Explore their pages and their school websites to get great ideas for your own career academies and small learning communities!
There are currently only eight Schools of Promise nationally. They are listed below in alphabetical order. Explore their pages and their school websites to get great ideas for your own career academies and small learning communities!
Beacon Schools
So far, no school has qualified for NEP Beacon School status. Will your school be the first?
So far, no school has qualified for NEP Beacon School status. Will your school be the first?
How to Apply
Apply to have your school evaluated based on the 5 Keys for Successful Career Academies. It's a valuable learning experience for your entire staff. NEP accepts up to three School of Promise applications and one Beacon School application per year. It's free. Read the directions in each application packet for requirements, deadlines, and FAQs.
Apply to have your school evaluated based on the 5 Keys for Successful Career Academies. It's a valuable learning experience for your entire staff. NEP accepts up to three School of Promise applications and one Beacon School application per year. It's free. Read the directions in each application packet for requirements, deadlines, and FAQs.
Apply for Extension
If you are already an NEP "School of Promise" or "Beacon School" with a designation that is about to expire, and you would like to request NEP grant you a one-year extension, click here to file a request.
If you are already an NEP "School of Promise" or "Beacon School" with a designation that is about to expire, and you would like to request NEP grant you a one-year extension, click here to file a request.
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