What are the requirements to apply to DSBN Academy?

• Student will be entering Grades 6, 7 or 8 in September.
• Student would be the first in their family to graduate from a college or university program. If a sibling of the student has attended a post-secondary institution but the parent(s)/guardian(s) have not, the student is still considered a First Generation Student.
  
• Student will be willing to attend a school location that may be out of his/her community.
• Student understands that there is a mandatory after-school program which includes enrichment opportunities and academic supports.
• Applicants will submit an online application by the deadline.

Who is a First Generation Student?

• Student would be the first in their family to graduate from a college or university program. If a sibling of the student has attended a post-secondary institution but the parent(s)/guardian(s) have not, the student is still considered a First Generation Student.

How does DSBN Academy select students for acceptance?

The admissions process for DSBN Academy begins in January.

1. In collaboration with your child, complete the online application form.
2. The Principal and applicant's homeroom teacher will each complete a student reference form.
3. The Applicant Review Committee will review the application package to determine eligibility. Please note that a lottery will be used if there are more eligible students than spaces available. Applicants not immediately selected for enrollment to DSBN Academy will be placed on a waiting list and will be considered if spots become available.
4. Students will be notified of acceptance no later than March 31.

Why do you have a lottery?

• Lottery will be used if there are more eligible students than spaces available. Applicants not immediately selected for enrollment to DSBN Academy will be placed on a waiting list and will be considered if spots become available.

If I do not live in Niagara, can my child still apply to DSBN Academy?

• Transportation to and from DSBN Academy is offered in only offered in the 13 municipalities of the Niagara Region. Applications will not be considered if residence is outside of the Niagara Region.

My child will be entering the 8^th, 9^th, or 10^th grade in September, can he/she still apply?

• The last point of entry to DSBN Academy is Grade 8 if space is available. 

My child has a sibling attending DSBN Academy, does that guarantee that they will be accepted?

• Each application is considered on an individual basis. Students with siblings are not guaranteed acceptance to DSBN Academy.

When will I be informed if my child is accepted to DSBN Academy?

• Students will be notified no later than March 31.

I am not sure how to complete a certain section of the application and/or I have a question that is not answered on the website. How can I receive help?

• For further inquiries regarding the application process, please contact the school at 905-684-8708.