Enrollment & Admissions
Enrollment Overview
At GALS Denver, our mission is to empower young women and students to succeed academically, lead confidently, live boldly, and thrive physically. We achieve this through an innovative educational model that focuses on physical and embodied movement (yes, even in the classroom), mental health and social-emotional development, and positive gender studies...all of which simultaneously works hand-in-hand with AND sets the stage for our powerful academics.
The GALS curriculum and culture provide for deeply personalized experiences and environments, allowing students to develop deep content knowledge and practice skills that will serve them in becoming their most authentic selves in the world.
The aim of our enrollment programming is no different. We want to provide prospective families with the most informed, authentic experience possible so that you and your student can make the best possible decision for their future.
How to Enroll
Get to Know Us!
Schedule a Call, Tour, Shadow Day, & More
Spend some time exploring our website, join us for a tour, sign up for a shadow day or info session, or schedule a call with our team.
Unfortunately, our building will be undergoing construction between early June and early August 2024, so we will be unable to offer any tours during this time.
Tours and Shadowing for both students interested in immediate year enrollment ('24-25) and the 25-26 school years will resume once school is underway this fall. Be sure to check back to this page for updates.
In the mean time, we encourage you to book a call with our team or stop by one of our summer events if you have any questions.
Complete the DPS School Choice Application
Whether GALS is your top & only choice—or we're somewhere else in the mix—you'll need to complete a SchoolChoice application.
Typically, the DPS SchoolChoice Application is open for Round 1 between mid-January and mid-February. Round 2 usually runs from mid-April through August. While timelines vary year to year, Round 1 results are usually processed and announced by DPS in April.
On the flip side, while Round 1 is a closed application period, Round 2 operates on a rolling, waitlist-style basis. Applications are accepted based on space available in the respective school for the upcoming school year, and students are sent offers as space opens up.
This year, Round 2 closes on August 30, 2024
Accept Your Offer & Stay in Touch
Once you've landed at the school of your dreams (hopefully that's GALS,) you'll begin to receive communications from DPS and your new school. At GALS,, we hold a spring welcome night for new families, followed by reminder emails throughout the summer for all the important dates coming up in the fall.
It's also important to note that as a smaller school, we intentionally design our back-to-school programming (registration, class selections, IEP conversations, etc.) to happen much closer to the start of the school year (and in some cases, during the first week of school).
While this more nuanced approach allows us to tailor our programming more effectively, we understand it can be nerve-racking so lease don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions over the summer.
I'm Interested in Learning More! What's Next?
Shadowing
We invite your student to join us for part of a school day to see first hand what we're all about! (includes a 30 minute tour at the end for parents and guardians)
Info Session
Info session attendees will learn about GALS school day, culture, and how we support all students to achieve high levels of academic success and personal growth. This event is appropriate for both parents and students
Tour
Join us for a school tour!
Schedule a Call
Chat with one of our enrollment manager at any point in the process.
Register for a Visit
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Navigating the DPS SchoolChoice Process
GALS participates in the DPS SchoolChoice. It is a one-application choice based system designed to ensure equity and to simplify the process.
Round 2 of the SchoolChoice process opened on April 10 and close at 4 p.m. on August 30, 2024.
- Round 2 is the first-come, first-served segment of SchoolChoice for families who missed Round 1, took part in Round 1 but want to re-explore their options, or are new to DPS for the next school year.
- After submitting a Round 2 application, pending space/waiting lists, GALS will be in touch within 2-3 business days.
Snapshot: GALS Series & GALS Action
- 96% of our students believe they will graduate from high school,
- 92% believe they will go to college,
- 92% of students say they work hard in school
- 88% say they are a good science student,
- 82% say they are a good math student,
- 86% say they are a good reading student,
- 85% believe they are smart
- 83% say movement in the classroom improves their ability to focus and learn
- 73% say morning movement helps them feel physically healthy
What is the Secret Sauce of GALS?
Hear From Our Students Firsthand
Where do our families live?
As one of the most diverse charter schools in the Colorado, GALS is proud to be home to students from all over the metro area and front range.
Our Model
Powerful Academics
Movement Based Learning
Positive Gender Focus
WHY CHOOSE GALS?
As the first and only tuition free, public, all-girls+ college preparatory schools in Denver and Colorado, we're truly one of a kind.
