Distinctive Programs
College & Transition Counseling
Our Graduates Go Places
At Denver Academy, we strive to assist each student on his or her path to post-secondary success. College and post-secondary preparation are embedded in everything we do from elementary school through senior year. We accomplish this not only through teaching academics but also by helping our students become strong self-advocates.
Overview
Denver Academy's College & Transition Counseling Program equips every student with the skills and knowledge to design a realistic post-secondary plan that aligns with their strengths and interests. This discussion begins in ninth grade to ensure students have the time and tools necessary. Our College & Transition Counseling professionals provide guidance in selecting and applying to colleges and other post-secondary options. Students receive support in college essay writing and editing, requesting transcripts and letters of recommendation, and exploring scholarship opportunities.
While 80-90% of our graduates matriculate annually to a four-year college or university, we understand college isn’t the path for everyone. DA students can explore varied post-secondary options, including entering the workforce, embarking on a military service career, taking a gap year, or enrolling in vocational or technical school. DA's College & Transition Counseling services are provided for students as part of their tuition.
While 80-90% of our graduates matriculate annually to a four-year college or university, we understand college isn’t the path for everyone. DA students can explore varied post-secondary options, including entering the workforce, embarking on a military service career, taking a gap year, or enrolling in vocational or technical school. DA's College & Transition Counseling services are provided for students as part of their tuition.
Contact Us
SCOIR
The College & Transition Counseling Team uses SCOIR to support the post-secondary search and application process.
SCOIR is a solution for students, parents, counselors, and colleges focused on finding the right fit through a unified college search and planning network. DA students: Contact Ms. Umana-Arko for help with accessing your account.
Email Ms. Umana-Arko
SCOIR is a solution for students, parents, counselors, and colleges focused on finding the right fit through a unified college search and planning network. DA students: Contact Ms. Umana-Arko for help with accessing your account.
Email Ms. Umana-Arko
Other Resources
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Scope & Sequence
Our College & Transition Counseling curriculum is holistic and developmental in nature. We support academic preparedness and believe that social and life skills must be thoroughly developed. Our annual post-secondary education programs begin in ninth grade, and a highly structured curriculum is taught in grades 11 and 12. Each student develops an understanding of their own strengths and learning styles, resulting in lifelong self-advocacy skills. For a complete timeline of the College & Transition Counseling Program, please read our Scope & Sequence. -
The Process
Through close relationships with College & Transition counselors, Denver Academy students are able to successfully navigate and actively choose a post-secondary path that best matches their interests, strengths, and learning needs. We begin meeting individually with students in the spring of their junior year and will meet four times in hour-long conversations to identify the best post-secondary path for each student. Meetings involve the student, parent(s), and the College & Transition Counselor. -
Standardized Testing: Accommodations
Many students benefit from receiving accommodations on standardized tests. These accommodations can come in the form of extra time, testing over multiple days, the use of a computer for the writing portion, and having someone read the questions out loud. Need help? Read our step-by-step overview of how to apply for accommodations on the ACT or SAT.
Information for College Representatives
Please consult our calendar on the SCOIR site here to set up a visit to the Denver Academy campus.
Meet the College & Transition Team
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Find Us
4400 E. Iliff Ave. Denver, CO 80222
Main/Attendance: 303.777.5870
Admissions: 303.777.5161
General: info@denveracademy.org
Main/Attendance: 303.777.5870
Admissions: 303.777.5161
General: info@denveracademy.org
About
Denver Academy is an independent private school for grades 2-12 located in Denver, CO. DA inspires and empowers a diverse group of learners through student-centered, differentiated, and transformative education.
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