What is the Dayton Early College Academy’s academic structure and how are gateways a factor?
The Dayton Early College Academy was, is, and always will be a non-traditional school. Rather than promoting students based on Carnegie Units, students matriculate through DECA by completing a series of six Gateways. In order to pass a Gateway, students must demonstrate several things. First, students must demonstrate college-preparatory skills like using a planner and conducting research projects over the course of each gateway. Next, students show personal growth and a commitment to the community through community service, job shadows, and internships. Finally and perhaps most significantly, students must demonstrate academic prowess by maintaining high grades.
