Step-by-Step Application Process
WHAT’S THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR CURRENT 8TH GRADERS?
Admissions Requirements for Incoming 9th Graders
- Students must be at grade level, with a minimum 2.0 GPA
- Good standing in attendance and behavior (no skipping, high number of excused or unexcused absences, suspensions, or expulsions).
- All incoming freshmen are required to attend a one-week Summer Training, typically held in late June. The purpose of this training is prepare freshmen to participate confidently in DLSNC's signature Corporate Work Study program in the fall.
- Students who have academic, behavior, or attendance concerns may be admitted conditionally. Students may be required to attend summer school or complete a contract for attendance or behavior.
- Fulfillment of financial, employability, and academic eligibility requirements as outlined here.
Take the next steps to becoming a Knight!
1. Complete an Inquiry Form
4. Records Release Form
5. Spend-A-Day
Our Spend-A-Day program runs from November through May, Tuesday–Thursday, 8:30 am–2:30 pm. Schedule your Spend-A-Day by calling the Admissions office, 503-285-9385.
6. MAP (Measures of Academic Progress®) Test
7. Teacher & Principal/Counselor Recommendations
Within the Finalsite Parent Portal, parents must provide their student's English teacher AND Math teacher’s contact information (first name, last name, and email address). Contact information is also required for EITHER their student's principal or counselor. Alternately, you can email the Admissions team, and we will request the required recommendations on your behalf.
8. Family Interviews
WHAT’S THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS?
Admissions Requirements for Incoming 10th & 11th Graders
- Potential transfer students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 with no incomplete or failed courses.
- Good standing in attendance and behavior (no skipping, high number of unexcused absences, suspensions, or expulsions).
- All incoming students are required to attend a one-week Summer Training, typically held in late June. The purpose of this training is prepare new Knights to participate confidently in DLSNC's signature Corporate Work Study program in the fall.
- Students who have academic, behavior, or attendance concerns may be admitted conditionally. Students may be required to attend summer school or complete a contract for attendance or behavior.
- Fulfillment of financial, employability, and academic eligibility requirements as outlined here.
Take the next steps to becoming a Knight!
1. Complete an Inquiry Form
2. Records Release Form
3. Transcript Review
Once we receive your transcript from your current school, we will review it to confirm alignment with DLSNC curriculum before having you proceed with steps 4-8.
6. Spend-A-Day
Our Spend-A-Day program runs from November through May, Tuesday–Thursday, 8:30 am–2:30 pm. Schedule your Spend-A-Day by calling the Admissions office, 503-285-9385.
7. MAP (Measures of Academic Progress®) Test (Incoming 10th Graders only)
8. Teacher & Principal/Counselor Recommendations
Within the Finalsite Parent Portal, parents must provide their student's English teacher AND Math teacher’s contact information (first name, last name, and email address). Contact information is also required for EITHER their student's principal or counselor. Alternately, you can email the Admissions team, and we will request the required recommendations on your behalf.
9. Family Interviews