> ## Knowledge Base Index
> Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://support.alphastar.academy/sitemap.xml
> Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further.
> Pure-Markdown content can be obtained by appending a '.md' suffix to the content URLs listed in the sitemap (without the trailing slash).

# Do I (or my child) need to submit a new application to continue in the next academic year?

**Yes**, a new application is required for each academic year, even for returning students.