You may only register for ONE orientation session. Multiple registrations will be deleted and you will lose your seat to attend a session.
Students who have previously attended DCDAL or another adult education site and have either valid test scores and/or specific credits may not be required to attend an in person orientation session. Virtual orientation sessions will be assigned after DCDAL has determined their eligibility.
Students who have not attended DCDAL or another adult education site and have specific credits may not be required to attend an in person orientation. Virtual orientation sessions will be assigned after DCDAL has received the applicant’s transcript and indicated their eligibility. Transcripts can be faxed to 302-883-0421 or emailed to transcripts@dcdal.org.
Students who do not meet the eligibility for virtual orientation will have to attend an in person session. You will be required to complete enrollment paperwork, eligibility testing, provide a writing sample and meet with a staff member. Please be prepared for the in person session to last between 3-4 hours. A photo ID is required.
*You must be either a Delaware resident or be employed in Delaware to qualify.
*You must be at least 16 years of age to qualify.
*Students who qualify for the James H. Groves High School diploma program are expected to pay the $20.00 material fee at orientation. Payment can be made by cash or credit card.
Students under the age of 18:
All potential students under the age of 18 must be officially withdrawn from high school and must provide the following documentation at orientation to be eligible for enrollment at DCDAL:
*Official transcript from last school attended
*Official withdrawal form from last school attended- This form must be signed by the school and by the parent/guardian
*Letter of recommendation- This letter must be from a staff and/or faculty member at the last school attended and must recommend the potential student for classes at DCDAL
*No potential students under the age of 18 will be permitted to enroll in any program at DCDAL until all of the above criteria are met.
Questions? Please contact the DCDAL office at 1-302-883-0420
Documents may be faxed directly to our office at 1-302-883-0421 or emailed to paperwork@dcdal.org.