Innovation Academy Application
2025-2026 Application Link
Application is now closed.
2025-2026
Innovation Academy
Placement Action
Please complete the form above to accept or decline your student's placement.
Note: This form is intended only for families who have received an official acceptance letter to Innovation Academy of Robertson County for the 2025-26 school year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the application available?
The application is available at https://ia.rcstn.net
What is S.T.E.A.M.?
S.T.E.A.M. is an acronym that stands for science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. When is the application due? All applications must be submitted electronically by November 29, 2024.
When will I find out if my child is accepted?
Letters with your child’s acceptance status will be mailed by January 20, 2025. You may inquire about the status via email by contacting maureen.henderson@rcstn.net after January10, 2025.
If my child is accepted into the program, when do I have to make a commitment, and how do I do that?
You must sign a parent/scholar commitment letter by January 31, 2025.
What are the eligibility requirements?
Scholars who are going into the 6th, 7th, 8th, or 9th grade for the school year starting 2025 must submit a complete application by November 29th, 2024. Report card grades, assessment data, and teacher recommendations will be reviewed to complete the qualification process.
How are scholars chosen to be in the program?
If the number of scholar applications exceeds available seats for a given grade level there will be a lottery to award placements.
Can my child participate in athletics?
Yes, more information on TSSAA guidelines can be found on https://ia.rcstn.net
Is transportation provided?
Yes, the district does offer transportation to Innovation Academy.
Are applications only open for incoming sixth graders?
No, you can apply as an incoming 7th, 8th, or 9th grade scholar, but there is limited space in those classes.
Will there be an informational parent meeting?
Yes, two informational meetings will be offered at the Innovation Academy. Parents may attend on November 6th, 2024, or November 7, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
Will there be any orientation or activities through the summer?
Yes, there will be a S.T.E.A.M. camp open to all incoming scholars.
Contact Email: maureen.henderson@rcstn.net
Phone: 615-384-4821 Ext. 2706
STEAM Magnet Coordinator
Maureen Henderson
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