Applying to Shelton Academy

Thank you for your interest in our school! The information below will help guide you through the application and admissions process. Admission is based on an evaluation of academic records, an application questionnaire, a personal interview with the student, and the availability of class space. Class size limitations may prevent the acceptance of all students who are academically capable of benefiting from Shelton’s programs. Please submit all the pertinent information requested below within 7-10 business days of applying. Any omissions of records or information essential to a thorough admission evaluation may result in denial of admission. Documents in a foreign language must be translated into English, and include a full evaluation of course taken (with particular emphasis on Math and Science equivalents to U.S courses). For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact: admissions@sheltonacademyschools.net.

We have designed our online application process to make applying as simple as possible. The online Admissions Checklist contains milestones that must be completed during the school’s admissions process beginning on November 1st. Below is a list of documentation that is required as part of Shelton Academy’s admission process.  Your Admission Progress checklist will update on the online system as components are completed so you can easily see where you are in the process.  Parents can check their child’s status from the admissions portal at any time.

Our admissions team is looking forward to reading your application and meeting you in person. Please check the admissions portal frequently to view your progress. We will be communicating with you via email throughout the process.

Required Documents for Prospective Students

  • Completed application and fee of $100
  • Birth Certificate
  • Current Year Report Card
  • Official Transcripts from Previous two years
  • Standardized Test Scores (if applicable)
  • IEP, 504 Plan, or any other evaluations (psychological, speech, occupational, etc.)
  • School Recommendation (must be sent directly to Shelton from current school)

Once enrolled the following documentation is  required for all students prior to starting in August.

  • Updated Florida Department of Health Physical Exam Form (DH 3040)
  • Updated Florida Department of Health Certificate of Immunization (DH 680)

 

Additional Requirements for International Students requesting an I-20

Shelton Academy is approved by the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) to provide visas for international students to study in the United States. Once accepted and officially enrolled to Shelton Academy the parent must provide the following if requesting an I-20:
  • Student Passport
  • $120 Processing Fee to Shelton Academy
  • Parent Identification and/or Sponsor’s Identification if applicable
  • Financial Statements showing student or sponsor has sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses (bank records or income taxes no older than 6 months)
  • Verification of US address (utility bill, etc); Verification of foreign address
  • Legal documentation giving sponsor guardianship rights (if applicable)

 

Age Requirements for Entry Into Early Years and Lower School:

  • Pre-K 3: 3 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Pre-K 4: 4 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Kindergarten: 5 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • First Grade: 6 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Second Grade: 7 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Third Grade: 8 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Fourth Grade: 9 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Fifth Grade: 10 years old before September 1st of the current school year

Come Visit Us!

Please consider making an appointment to visit our school and beautiful campus. We appreciate your interest and look forward to meeting you. Our deepest apologies. We are closed for tour appointments for the remainder of 2023.

Step Up for Students

Step Up For Students is a nonprofit organization that helps administer the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship (FTC) and the Personal Learning Scholarship Accounts (PLSA) program. Step Up For Students provides K-12 education scholarships and related support to give economically disadvantaged families the freedom to choose the best learning options for their children. The scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and empower families to customize their children’s education.

Additional information is available at the Step Up For Students website.

If you should have questions about Step Up, email admissions@sheltonacademyschools.net.

Apply Now

How to Apply

Applying is easy using our online application. It simplifies submission and provides parents a tool for tracking the status after the application has been submitted. A non-refundable application fee must be submitted with each application.

Create an Online Application

  1. Create an Account.
  2. Log in and Create A New Student Application for your child. Doing so will allow you flexibility to log in and out of your account and access your open application.
  3. After submitting the application, you will be able to track your admissions status at the school by logging in to your account. You will be able to print the completed application as well as monitor when the school receives supplemental application forms, furthermore if necessary, reprint the supplemental forms.

We Look Forward to Meeting You

If you have not already done so, please consider making an appointment to visit us. We would like to meet you and encourage you to tour our school and campus.

We appreciate your interest and hope to assist you any way we can. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us at 305-599-9967 or email us at: admissions@sheltonacademyschools.net

Shelton Academy admits students of any race, color, nationality, and ethnic origin, and enables access to every right, privilege, program, and activities afforded to Shelton Academy student. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, and ethnic origin. Bias is not present in the administration of our educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic programs, and other school-administered programs.

School Uniform Policy

To help create an environment conducive to learning students are required to wear the official school uniform. The way students dress and appear has a direct influence on class discipline and achievement. Our uniform policy is designed to encourage students to focus their attention on academics.

Please click here to see the characteristics of the uniforms by academic level.

Dennis Uniform is the only official uniform supplier for Shelton Academy, please make sure to visit their website or Doral store and pick up any new items that you might need for the upcoming school year.  The Doral store is located at 7755 NW 48 ST, Doral, FL 33166.

Applying to Shelton Academy

Thank you for your interest in our school! The information below will help guide you through the application and admissions process. Admission is based on an evaluation of academic records, an application questionnaire, a personal interview with the student, and the availability of class space. Class size limitations may prevent the acceptance of all students who are academically capable of benefiting from Shelton’s programs. Please submit all the pertinent information requested below within 7-10 business days of applying. Any omissions of records or information essential to a thorough admission evaluation may result in denial of admission. Documents in a foreign language must be translated into English, and include a full evaluation of course taken (with particular emphasis on Math and Science equivalents to U.S courses). For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact: admissions@sheltonacademyschools.net.

We have designed our online application process to make applying as simple as possible. The online Admissions Checklist contains milestones that must be completed during the school’s admissions process beginning on November 1st. Below is a list of documentation that is required as part of Shelton Academy’s admission process.  Your Admission Progress checklist will update on the online system as components are completed so you can easily see where you are in the process.  Parents can check their child’s status from the admissions portal at any time.

Our admissions team is looking forward to reading your application and meeting you in person. Please check the admissions portal frequently to view your progress. We will be communicating with you via email throughout the process.

Required Documents for Prospective Students

  • Completed application and fee of $100
  • Birth Certificate
  • Current Year Report Card
  • Official Transcripts from Previous two years
  • Standardized Test Scores (if applicable)
  • IEP, 504 Plan, or any other evaluations (psychological, speech, occupational, etc.)
  • School Recommendation (must be sent directly to Shelton from current school)

Once enrolled the following documentation is  required for all students prior to starting in August.

  • Updated Florida Department of Health Physical Exam Form (DH 3040)
  • Updated Florida Department of Health Certificate of Immunization (DH 680)

 

Additional Requirements for International Students requesting an I-20

Shelton Academy is approved by the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) to provide visas for international students to study in the United States. Once accepted and officially enrolled to Shelton Academy the parent must provide the following if requesting an I-20:
  • Student Passport
  • $120 Processing Fee to Shelton Academy
  • Parent Identification and/or Sponsor’s Identification if applicable
  • Financial Statements showing student or sponsor has sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses (bank records or income taxes no older than 6 months)
  • Verification of US address (utility bill, etc); Verification of foreign address
  • Legal documentation giving sponsor guardianship rights (if applicable)

 

Age Requirements for Entry Into Early Years and Lower School:

  • Pre-K 3: 3 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Pre-K 4: 4 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Kindergarten: 5 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • First Grade: 6 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Second Grade: 7 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Third Grade: 8 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Fourth Grade: 9 years old before September 1st of the current school year
  • Fifth Grade: 10 years old before September 1st of the current school year

Come Visit Us!

Please consider making an appointment to visit our school and beautiful campus. We appreciate your interest and look forward to meeting you. Our deepest apologies. We are closed for tour appointments for the remainder of 2023.

Step Up for Students

Step Up For Students is a nonprofit organization that helps administer the Florida Tax Credit Scholarship (FTC) and the Personal Learning Scholarship Accounts (PLSA) program. Step Up For Students provides K-12 education scholarships and related support to give economically disadvantaged families the freedom to choose the best learning options for their children. The scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and empower families to customize their children’s education.

Additional information is available at the Step Up For Students website.

If you should have questions about Step Up, email admissions@sheltonacademyschools.net.

Apply Now

How to Apply

Applying is easy using our online application. It simplifies submission and provides parents a tool for tracking the status after the application has been submitted. A non-refundable application fee must be submitted with each application.

Create an Online Application

  1. Create an Account.
  2. Log in and Create A New Student Application for your child. Doing so will allow you flexibility to log in and out of your account and access your open application.
  3. After submitting the application, you will be able to track your admissions status at the school by logging in to your account. You will be able to print the completed application as well as monitor when the school receives supplemental application forms, furthermore if necessary, reprint the supplemental forms.

We Look Forward to Meeting You

If you have not already done so, please consider making an appointment to visit us. We would like to meet you and encourage you to tour our school and campus.

We appreciate your interest and hope to assist you any way we can. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us at 305-599-9967 or email us at: admissions@sheltonacademyschools.net

Shelton Academy admits students of any race, color, nationality, and ethnic origin, and enables access to every right, privilege, program, and activities afforded to Shelton Academy student. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, and ethnic origin. Bias is not present in the administration of our educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic programs, and other school-administered programs.

School Uniform Policy

To help create an environment conducive to learning students are required to wear the official school uniform. The way students dress and appear has a direct influence on class discipline and achievement. Our uniform policy is designed to encourage students to focus their attention on academics.

Please click here to see the characteristics of the uniforms by academic level.

Dennis Uniform is the only official uniform supplier for Shelton Academy, please make sure to visit their website or Doral store and pick up any new items that you might need for the upcoming school year.  The Doral store is located at 7755 NW 48 ST, Doral, FL 33166.