Application Deadline Extended: November 22, 2024

At Viera Middle School, we believe our students have endless possibilities for their futures. For students who desire to go beyond standard expectations, the Infinitus Pathway allows them to distinguish themselves through exceptional academic achievement, drive, leadership, and service. This pathway is a student-selected opportunity where Owls can earn a special distinction for meeting the criteria outlined on the pathway. The Infinitus Pathway is for students who embrace challenge, show outstanding commitment to their school and community, and are interested in pursuing accelerated high school programs and academies.

All students opting into the Infinitus Pathway should have the ability to work independently, collaborate with others, think critically and creatively, meet deadlines, be service-oriented, and be personally motivated to excel. Parents, students, and VMS teachers should work together to decide if the Infinitus Pathway is appropriate for each student. Students will be monitored as they progress along the pathway, and those who do not adhere to the pathway requirements will lose the opportunity to pursue the distinction.

Objectives:

❖ To challenge students to exceed expectations and constantly pursue growth

❖ To inspire innovation and encourage students to embrace failure as a learning opportunity

❖ To develop critical and creative thinking skills required for today’s challenging, complex, and dynamic society

❖ To provide students with the skills and academic background required for success in accelerated high school classes such as AP, Dual Enrollment, Cambridge, and IB.

❖ To help students identify interest areas to pursue in specialized tracks and academies

❖ To foster student connection with school and community

❖ To develop students who value strong character and service to others

Infinitus Pathway Requirements:

To complete the pathway to distinction, the following requirements must be met:

• Maintain a 3.0 GPA across all courses (determined at semesters).

• Show progress monitoring scale score learning gains across FAST progress monitoring assessments throughout the year.

• Connect with the Viera Middle School community by participating in a sport, club, or student leadership role.

• Seek challenge by taking all advanced core courses (math, language arts, science, and social studies) and completing at least three of the following options by the end of eighth grade (any combination, including multiple in any distinction category):

o Complete high school credit courses

o Take and pass a CTE industry certification exam

o Earn a seat in all-county or all-state music

o Place in the county or state science fair

o Place in the county or state art show

• Serve school and community by completing a minimum of 20 documented, approved service hours.

• Complete a seventh-grade reflection activity and eighth-grade Capstone project.

• Attend school regularly with no more than nine unexcused absences per semester.

• Demonstrate integrity and model WISE behaviors consistently.

If your child has the desire to excel academically, the drive to participate in our school culture, and the motivation to serve others, then consider opting in to the Infinitus Pathway! This pathway is for students who commit to the pursuit of academic growth and excellence as well as serving as a model student.