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Application for 10th Grade Transfer

The 10th-grade application opens May 1, 2025.

Transfers are limited and based on space availability in select programs at Howard and Hodgson.

Before You Apply

Do not use this application if:

  1. You are applying for 9th gradeClick here for 9th grade info »
  2. You do not live in the Appoquinimink, Brandywine, Christina, Colonial, or Red Clay school districts.
  3. Your child is in a Life Skills program, takes the DeSSA Alternate Assessment, or is working toward a Diploma of Alternate Achievement Standards – Click here for STEP Application »

Application Timeline

  • Open: May 1, 2025 at 8AM
  • Close: May 26, 2025
  • Decision Notification: Mid-summer via parent email

What You’ll Need to Apply

Gather these items before starting the application:

  • Official 9th Grade Report Card
    Must include name & attendance. Progress/interim reports not accepted.
  • Discipline Record for Current Year (any one of the following):
    • A printout from your school’s system (like eSchool)
    • A signed letter on school letterhead
    • A completed Student Data Sheet

Accepted file formats: JPG or PDF

Application must use your child’s legal name as shown on school records.

Programs Accepting Transfers

Howard High School of Technology

  • Electrical Trades
  • Cosmetology
  • Carpentry
  • Computer Network Administration
  • Teacher Academy

Hodgson Vo-Tech High School

  • Culinary Arts
  • Computer Network Administration

No other programs will accept 10th-grade transfers this year.

Important Notes

  • Admissions is NOT first-come, first-served.
  • Use an active parent email — this is how we’ll contact you.
  • Submit only one application per student.
  • Save your confirmation email.

Incomplete or unmatched applications will not be reviewed.
Need help? Call 302-995-8188 or email our coordinator, Debbie Dolde at [email protected]

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