Application

To help you understand how we review applications, here’s an overview of our process. Applications are reviewed in the order they are received, so early submission is beneficial; completed applications* are prioritized for review. Each year, we receive an increasing number of applications from students with strong academic abilities and a variety of backgrounds, making the selection process highly competitive. We look for students with excellent writing skills, strong teacher recommendations that highlight work ethic and character, and varied educational experiences. We value a balanced mix of perspectives from a range of schools, as these experiences enrich our learning environment.

Our goal is to identify students who are best suited for our program, using established criteria that have successfully guided our selections since 2012.

*An application is considered complete when it includes the main application form, a teacher recommendation, and a recent grade report.

Securing a spot in DAAPS is dependent on meeting the qualifications and when the application is received. 

There are 3 parts to the application below. In order to be considered: 

1. Students must be enrolled in Honors/Gifted English and/or Social Studies courses.

2. Students must demonstrate a minimum 3.5 GPA on a Current Grade Report to be submitted at the conclusion of the 1st quarter of the 8th grade school year or after. 

3. Students will also need to obtain a teacher recommendation from a current teacher (preferably English or Social Studies). 

There are a limited number of spots available in the program. 

The entire process is electronic.

For the writing sample: Please access the following document for all of the details. It will be important to complete the writing sample before beginning the application as the writing sample will be submitted inside the Google Form.