Dallas CAN! Academy

Dallas CAN! Academy is a non-traditional, student-centered educational program for individuals between the ages 16-21. Since 1985, the academy has been helping young men and women achieve a better life through education. With progressive educational programs and a strong counseling component, the academy provides a successful alternative to the public school.

Dallas CAN! Academy Programs:

Families for Learning (FFL):

• Available at Dallas CAN! Academy, Oak Cliff Campus

• Helps young mothers, ages 17-21, obtain their GEDs and develop parenting skills

• Provides assistance in finding child-care resources for pre-school age children of FFL students

Full Diploma High School Program:

• Available at all campuses for students 16-21 years of age

• Extracurricular activities include: basketball, cheerleading, student council, prom, field trips and cap & gown graduations.

Summer Youth Employment Program:

• For ages 14-15

• After April 17th, call 214-943-6073

General Information:

• Students need to be between the ages of 16-21
• Students must complete and pass the 8th grade
• Students attend school from 7:45am - 12:00pm OR 12:45pm - 5:00pm
• Students are required to graduate with 22 credits with all academic courses and PASS all portions of the TAAS.  

Enrollment information:

• Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9:00am

• After we meet our school quota of student enrollment, we will then have a waiting list until the next available space.

Documents Required:

• Birth Certificate (State registered, not hospital issued)
• Social security card (no copies please)
• Immunization Records (records must be up to date)
• Official transcript/working document (obtain from previous school)
• Withdrawal/Drop Slip from last school attended

For more information, please contact the Admissions Coordinator, Patti McGrath at 214-824-4226 ext.332