Info for Prospective Students and Families

New Haven Academy (NHA) is a public inter-district magnet school and part of the New Haven Public Schools (NHPS).

We serve families throughout New Haven County and the state of Connecticut. NHA provides a rigorous education that prepares all students to succeed in college and become active citizens.

Please join us for a Virtual or In-Person Open House to learn more about us. Hear from staff, students, and parents about who we are and what we do.

NHPS SCHOOL CHOICE ADMISSION STEPS

Why NHA?

Admissions Timeline

STEP 1. EXPLORE – Sign up HERE

STEP 2. APPLY

February 2024 – Application Opens

March 2024– Application Closes

More Information: HERE

To participate in our School Choice process, you must submit an on-time School Choice application. Our annual lottery application is available online via this website or you may visit our office to complete a paper-based application. Students applying for grade 9 must apply online. Please be sure to submit your application by the posted deadline.

STEP 3. ACCEPT

Initial placement results will be released in April 2024

Please read your placement letter very carefully and decide to accept or decline your child’s school offer by the decision date indicated in your letter. All placement decisions are final.

STEP 4. REGISTER

If your child is new to New Haven Public Schools or not currently attending a New Haven Public School you must complete the district’s student registration process. We recommend completing the registration process online.

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT THE NHPS OFFICE OF SCHOOL CHOICE WEBSITE: HERE