All incoming sixth and ninth grade students must apply to STEM. The following process will govern STEM’s application process for both grades. The STEM application includes a rubric that the applicant must follow.

1. Students must submit standardized test scores for the previous year academic transcripts (report cards) first and second quarter.
2. Entrance exam math and writing sample
3. Attendance (candidate earns points based on total number of days present)
4. Discipline referrals
5. Written recommendations - letter from two current teachers and one from school counselor