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Admissions » Admissions Criteria
Students are admitted to Bishop García Diego High School on the basis of their academic record, performance on the placement exam for 9th grade, recommendations from previous schools, and the student's willingness to abide by the school's philosophy, rules, regulations, and standards.
Admissions Criteria
Bishop García Diego High School, Inc. mindful of its mission to be a witness to the love of Christ for all, admits students of all race, color, and national and/or ethnic origin, to all the rights and privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at this school. Bishop García Diego High School, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color and national and/or ethnic origin in the administration of educational policies, scholarship and loan programs and athletic and other school administrated programs.
Admission to Bishop García Diego High School is comprehensive; however, the Bishop García Diego High School Admissions Committee primarily considers the following criteria when making admissions decisions:
Freshman Application*:
• 7th and 8th grade grades (including conduct)
• Standardized testing scores from junior high and the High School Placement Test
• Student-reported activities and special talents
• In addition, the Admissions Committee gives priority to siblings, children of alumni, and Catholic applicants.
Transfer Application*:
• High school grades and discipline/attendance history
• Standardized test scores from junior high and high school
• Letter from Administrator or Academic Advisor addressing academic performance, attendance and discipline
• Student-reported activities and special talents
* For detailed admission policy and criteria, refer to the
Parent-Student Handbook (pages 21 & 22).
Application Materials
Parents of students interested in attending Bishop García Diego High School can pick up application packets during Parent Information Nights, by calling the Admission Office at 805-967-1266 ext. 118, or visiting the campus.
The 9th grade application process requires the following:
• Completion of an Application for Admission.
• Copies of 7th and 8th grade report cards to date.
• Students applying for the 9th grade must take a Placement Exam. Contact the admissions office for dates and times.
• A non-refundable application fee of $50.00, made payable to Bishop García Diego High School.
For parents of students interested in attending 10th or 11th grade at Bishop García Diego High School, the application process requires the following:
• Completion of an Application for Admission
• A non-refundable application fee of $50.00, made payable to Bishop García Diego High School.
• Parents are responsible for requesting that the current school of attendance send a copy of official transcripts to the Admissions Office at Bishop García Diego High School and requesting a letter of recommendation from the applicant's academic advisor or school administrator.
• Provide the name and phone number of the students' academic counselor(s) at the time of application.
Shadow Days at Bishop
Shadow Days offer prospective students the opportunity to spend a half day on campus observing classes and getting a feel for what attending Bishop would be like. Prospective students will be accompanied by one or more student Ambassadors during their time on campus. A typical day begins at 7:50 a.m. and concludes at 1:10 p.m. (depending on the daily schedule). Lunch will be provided to those shadowing.
Shadow Day opportunities for 2012 / 2013:
Tuesday, October 18
Tuesday, October 25 All shadow slots have been reserved. Please selecte another date.
Tuesday, November 8
Thursday, November 17
Tuesday, December 6
Tuesday, January 10
Thursday, January 26
Wednesday, February 15
Wednesday, March 7
Tuesday, March 20
Only parents/guardians may request a Shadow Day and they will need to sign the necessary permission forms. Please make your reservation at least 72 hours in advance. To reserve a spot for your child please contact Mrs. Ashley Snider, Director of Admission at 967-1266 ext. 118 or email Ashley Snider.
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