9th Grade Academy will be held in person at East on Monday, August 7th through Thursday, August 10th from 8am-12pm. Historically, over 90% of incoming 9th graders at East choose to attend 9th Grade Academy. This is a great opportunity for students to begin building relationships with staff and peers, get more comfortable finding their way around East and generally feel more prepared to succeed in high school at East! This will be the thirteenth year we host Ninth Grade Academy.  Studies show students who participate improve their academic performance, have a stronger attachment to their high school and their peer groups, and are more likely to graduate from high school.  

During the Ninth Grade Academy, students will:

• Learn ways to succeed in high school, such as understanding graduation requirements and the importance of a GPA and reading transcripts.

• Meet school staff and other East students.

• Earn 2.5 elective credits for completing the NGA, and receive incentives and a small backpack full of school materials.

• Receive free morning snacks and free RTD coupons for those who need transportation.

• Participate in engaging activities designed specifically for East students. 

• Need to bring their 8th grade Chromebook if they previously attended a DPS school

Details for the East High School Ninth Grade Academy are as follows:

Dates: Monday, August 7th – Thursday, August 10th, 2022

Time: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location:  East High School

If you have any questions, please send an email message, or call the DPS NGA Hotline, 720-424-8277, and someone will respond.  We look forward to seeing you at East High School’s Ninth Grade Academy!

Please register for 9th Grade Academy at East Here