Davis Aerospace Technical High School Taking Education To A Higher Altitude New Student Application 2015-2016 Ian Diem, Director Paul Magee, Asst. Principal Stephanie Jenkins, Asst. Principal 900 Dickerson Detroit, Michigan 48215 (313) 822-8820 (313) 866-3131 Fax Applications submitted prior to Friday, April 23, 2015 are given priority processing 2015-2016 1
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA Students seeking admission to Davis Aerospace Technical High School MUST: Meet the minimum criteria of 2.5 grade point average in core academic subjects.(english/language Arts, Science, Mathematics, and Social Studies) Possess a strong interest in aerospace (*Note: All students enrolled at Davis must take course work in aerospace/aviation program areas) Have good attendance record No serious Student Code of Conduct violations (B or C) All applicants must submit the following: Completed Admission Application (attached) Proof of residency Birth Certificate Immunization Records Copy of most current report card indicating a 2.5 or better GPA Copy of student transcript(s) Recommendations from school counselor and teacher(s) (Attached) Once applications are submitted: Students are placed under consideration following completion of the above requirements and review of the application by the Davis Aerospace Recruitment Committee. Students selected for admission will: Be notified by mail Complete school registration packet / enrollment contract Any student living outside the boundaries of the Detroit area is considered a non-resident student. Therefore, a Tuition Release Waiver from applicant s school district must be obtained at the time of enrollment. 2015-2016 2
DAVIS AEROSPACE TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL NEW STUDENT APPLICATION Please Print or Type Name (Last) (First) (Middle) Age: Date of Birth: / / Gender: M / F Street Address: City Zip Code Home Phone: ( ) Parent s Cell ( ) Father s Name Mother s Name Name of person with whom child is living Relationship Parent s Work ( ) Parent s E-mail Applying for grade: 9 10 11 12 CUM GPA: Current School Are you a current DPS student? Yes No School Address City Zip Code: Phone# ( ) Previous School(s): Does applicant have sibling(s) currently attending Davis Aerospace? Yes No If yes, please list name(s) and grade(s): Special Education: Yes No Special Education Students Require an IEP submitted with application All students accepted to Davis Aerospace are required to take course work in both core academics and the aerospace education subject areas. A minimum 2.5 overall gpa must be maintained for continued enrollment. PROGRAM AREAS General Aviation exposes students to knowledge of general aviation subjects that apply to both airframe and powerplant structures and systems. Included in this program is aviation welding. Aviation Airframe exposes students to the structural maintenance and repair of aircraft and introduces students to the procedures for testing, servicing, and repairing electronic navigational and communication equipment on the aircraft. Aviation Powerplant exposes students to the maintenance and repair of aircraft engines. Students who exhibit exemplary academic aptitude have the opportunity to participate in the Davis Flight Training Program. All programs are based on a FAA approved curriculum. Which program interests you? Airframe/Avionics Powerplant 2015-2016 3
Please read and sign in the appropriate spaces I understand that by signing this application, that I voluntarily agree to allow my child to participate in Air Force Junior R.O.T.C. which is an approved substitute for Physical Education and Health to meet graduation requirements. I understand that Davis Aerospace is an application school and I must maintain an overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 to maintain enrollment at Davis Aerospace. I understand that Davis Aerospace students are expected to follow a uniform dress code and agree to comply with the policy. I understand that Parental involvement is required of Davis Aerospace parents or guardians. I understand I am expected to be an active participant in my child(rens) education and in the school s programs. Student s Signature Parent/Guardian(s) Signature Date Date Application Verification For office use only: Received by Date: Overall GPA: Report Card: Y N Transcript Y N Resident: Y N Recommendations: Y N Orientation: Y N Accepted: Declined: Comments: In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, it is the policy of the Board of Education of the school district of the City of Detroit that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, height, weight or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment. Contact the Office of Civil Rights, 7430 Second Avenue, 4 TH flr, Detroit, Michigan 48202. (313) 873-7100. 2015-2016 4
TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM DAVIS AEROSPACE TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT APPLICATION Student Name: Grade applying for: 9 10 11 12 Teacher Name: School Name: School Phone number: ( ) May we contact you: Yes / No Grade(s) taught: Number of years you have known this student: Subject(s) taught: Please complete the following Poor Avg Excellent Completion of class work 1 2 3 4 5 Completion of homework 1 2 3 4 5 Comes prepared for class 1 2 3 4 5 Overall work habits 1 2 3 4 5 Overall study habits 1 2 3 4 5 Overall quality of work 1 2 3 4 5 Willingness to learn 1 2 3 4 5 Attendance 1 2 3 4 5 Arrives on time for class 1 2 3 4 5 Teacher interactions 1 2 3 4 5 Peer interactions (social) 1 2 3 4 5 Peer interactions (group) 1 2 3 4 5 Ability to communicate (verbal/written) 1 2 3 4 5 Compliance with DPS Code of Conduct 1 2 3 4 5 Assumes responsibility for actions 1 2 3 4 5 Overall attitude 1 2 3 4 5 Please describe at least one strength this student possesses Please describe at least one area in which this student needs to improve: 2015-2016 5
COUNSELOR RECOMMENDATION FORM DAVIS AEROSPACE TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT APPLICATION Student Name: Grade applying for: 9 10 11 12 Counselor Name: School Name: School Phone number: ( ) May we contact you: Yes / No Number of years you have known this student: Please complete the following Poor Avg Excellent Willingness to learn 1 2 3 4 5 Teacher interactions 1 2 3 4 5 Peer interactions (social) 1 2 3 4 5 Peer interactions (group) 1 2 3 4 5 Attendance 1 2 3 4 5 Cumulative Attendance (days absent) Cumulative GPA Has this student had any Student Code of Conduct violations during the past school year? Yes No If so, indicate which violation(s) Indicate any special needs the student may require Please give any additional information relevant to this student: 2015-2016 6