- Detroit Public Schools Community District
- Examination Schools
- Examination High Schools
- Application Assistance
Exam High School Application Assistance
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Detroit Public Schools Community District will offer safe, convenient support for families who need assistance completing the examination high school application. Our offerings include in-person and virtual support via webinars, phone/video/in-person 1:1 appointments, open houses, and office hours. Please review the options carefully.
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Phone and Video Application Assistance
Make a 15-minute or 30-minute appointment to receive one-on-one assistance with your application. Trained support team members will be available via phone or Microsoft Teams video conference. Sessions will begin on Tuesday, October 22, and continue through Friday, November 15.
2024-25 Support Schedule
Tuesdays
5 – 7 p.m.
Thursdays
9 – 11 a.m.
Fridays
5 – 7 p.m.
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Webinars
Join us for informational webinars that will provide an overview of all schools, the application process, and how to apply. All schools will participate, and there will be an opportunity for questions and answers. The webinars will be hosted on Teams.
9th Grade Webinars
In this webinar, you'll learn what makes each school unique as well as how to apply for admission. This session is designed to meet the needs of current 8th-grade students who are applying for admission to 9th grade for Fall 2025.
Date/Time: Thursday October 24; 5 p.m.
Link to Join: https://bit.ly/EHS9WebinarFall2024
Current High School Students Webinar
In this webinar, you'll learn what makes each school unique as well as how to apply for admission. This session is designed to meet the needs of current high school students, including those who are new and returning to an exam high school they previously attended.
Date/Time: Tuesday, November 5, 5 p.m.
Link to Join: https://bit.ly/EHS_currenths_webinar2024
The A-B-C's of Submitting Academic Records
Submission of academic records is an important part of the application process for exam high schools. This session is geared toward families whose students do not currently attend DPSCD schools. They will get an overview of the acceptable forms of academic records.
Date/Time: Monday, October 23; 5 p.m.
Link to Join: https://bit.ly/EHS_GPA_webinar2024
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Open Houses
Each examination high school will host an open house. Learn about their programs, offerings, and why they may be a great fit for your student.
School
Date & Time
Southeastern High School
3030 Fairview St.
Detroit, MI 48214
Wednesday, November 6
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Renaissance High School
6565 W. Outer Drive
Detroit, MI 48235
Wednesday, November 6
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Senior High School
3200 E. Lafayette
Detroit, MI 48207
Thursday, November 7
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
The School at Marygrove
8425 W. McNichols
Detroit, MI 48221
Wednesday, November 13
5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Cass Technical High School
2501 Second Ave.
Detroit, MI 48201
Thursday, November 14
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
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In-Person Application Assistance
Make a 30-minute appointment to receive one-on-one assistance in a safe environment. Participants will have access to a computer and printer/scanner so they can complete the application on-site. Two guests per party, please, capacity will be limited. Make an appointment here. Walk-ins are welcome.
School
Date & Time
Cass Technical High School
2501 Second Ave.
Detroit, MI 48201
Saturday, November 9
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Transcript Request Forms
Download the following documents and submit them to your current and/or former school to request the academic records required for your application.
The forms may be used by out-of-district students or current District students who have attended another school district (charter or private) at some point during the last two academic years.
Submit the forms as early as possible to give your school time to process the request.
Current District students who have been enrolled for the last two years do not need to submit transcripts with their applications.
Transcript Request Form - 8th Grade Students
Transcript Request Form - High School Students