Application process at Denver Academy

Steps to Apply to DA

List of 6 items.

Step 1 – Information Meeting and Tour

Parents/Guardians, please complete an INQUIRY FORM or call 303-777-5870 to schedule a meeting and campus tour with the Enrollment Management Team.
Step 2 - Submit Application

Once you have met with DA's Office of Enrollment Management and you begin the application online, you will receive a checklist with the items required for your student's application.

PLEASE NOTE: A $75 fee is required to submit an application.
Step 3 - Upload Checklist Items
The items below will be required for your application.
- Testing (DA is happy to provide a list of referrals for testing):
  - Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC V) administered within the last three years. If this test is administered as part of a broader evaluation or assessment, please submit the full evaluation.
  - Academic Achievement Test (One of the following administered within the current school year.):
    Woodcock-Johnson Achievement Test (WJ)
    Wechsler Individual Achievement Test (WIAT)
    Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement (KTEA)
- Copy of Student's Birth Certificate
- Student Writing Sample
- Records Release Form
- Student's Most Recent Report Card (Grades 2-8) or Transcript (Grades 9-12)
- Two Letters of Recommendation from current teachers. Optional: Letter of recommendation from an adult who knows your child (e.g. piano teacher, scout leader, social-skills instructor, coach, etc.)
Step 4 - Student Interview

Once all materials have been submitted for the application and reviewed, DA’s Enrollment Office will schedule an interview with the prospective student and parents.
Step 5 - Admission Decision

In accordance with Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS) admission guidelines, DA’s Enrollment Office will notify families about admissions decisions by email and regular mail.
Step 6: Apply for Financial Assistance

Nearly 30% of DA families receive need-based financial tuition assistance. Applications should be submitted online via the School & Student Services website.

Read more about tuition and financial aid here.

NOTE: Families for whom we have received notification of a completed financial aid application and whose child has been accepted for enrollment will be considered for financial aid.

Application for Admission

Meet the Team

List of 3 members.

Janet Woolley

Director of Enrollment Management

Bio
As the Director of Admissions, Janet guides families through the DA admissions process, ensuring that students find the appropriate educational fit at our school. Ms. Woolley also pairs students needing additional help outside the classroom with well-qualified tutors. Janet began her career at Denver Academy as a Math Specialist, before transitioning to the Admissions Office.

Ms. Woolley earned her Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from the University of Georgia.
Cynthia Richardson

Associate Director of Enrollment Management

Bio
In her current role as Associate Director of Enrollment Management, Cynthia supports families through the admissions process, ensuring that DA is the best fit for their child. Cynthia began her career at Denver Academy in 1999, working as a teaching assistant and then a full-time teacher. She taught grades five and six from 2001-2007 and led as Dean of Elementary School from 2004-2006. In 2007, Cynthia transitioned to the role of Instructional Coach, supporting teachers in their professional development.

Cynthia Richardson earned her B.A. in Psychology from Willamette University and her M.A. in Special Education from the University of Colorado at Denver. When not on campus, Cynthia enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two daughters.
Nikki Zarate

Enrollment Office Administrative Assistant

Bio
Nikki was born and raised in Miami, Fla., and graduated with an associate's degree in Hospitality & Tourism from Miami Dade College. Soon after, she moved to Denver. She was an administrative assistant for 8 years prior to coming to DA. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling and exploring the outdoors, and attending concerts and music festivals. If there is anything that has to do with food, she's in!