Standards and Reputation
Due to its innovative learning programs and cultured, collegial environment, admission to SAIL is somewhat competitive. The school has traditionally been selective. Admission is determined by a student's character, career goals, and intellectual prowess. These are assessed through an admissions essay and an interview with SAIL's administrative staff. Students who are admitted and fail to comply with SAIL's behavioral policies and/or academic standards are placed on an Exit List. However, while a number of people in Tallahassee are familiar with SAIL and its purpose, those unfamiliar with the school sometimes have preconceived notions about its status as an alternative school. Many people believe the school is only for drop-outs, the disabled, or "bad" students. This is largely due to the school's origins. This may also stem from the school's reputation for illicit drug use among students and its location in a low-income district of Tallahassee. SAIL's students and staff are heavily active in combating these misconceptions of SAIL's purpose.
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