As previously announced, Da Vinci Communications, Da Vinci Design and Da Vinci Science will be conducting an armed intruder drill on Thursday, March 1, 2018. This drill is a normal part of our continued efforts each year to maintain a safe and peaceful school environment. The drill will take approximately 15 minutes to complete and will take place at an unannounced time during the day. Teachers have been working with students during Advisory classes to prepare for this drill. The “armed intruder” for the drill will simply be a person with a sign that states “armed intruder drill”. During the drill, students will have a chance to practice the proper response if such a crisis were to occur. A Resource Officer from the El Segundo Police Department will be observing the drill and providing feedback on processes and procedures. Students and staff will be debriefing the drill on the following day.

So the schools can remain informed and responsive, parents and students are encouraged to report any concerns or potential threats to the school. If you have any questions regarding this or the drill, please do not hesitate contact the front office of your child’s school. Thank you for your support in maintaining the safety of our students, staff and schools.

Here’s a terrific way for you to get involved at Da Vinci!

We are always looking to expand our database of real-world connections for our teachers to draw from as they design their projects. If you would be willing to be available as a resource in any area in which you have experience/expertise, we would appreciate it if you would go to the link below and add your name to our experts database so that our teachers may contact you. (It may be as a guest speaker, a connection for a field trip opportunity, or to answer questions and point to resources about the field so that our projects and information are current, relevant and engaging.) We thank you!!

https://davincischools.org/experts

Welcome BBQ

On behalf of the incoming freshmen committee at Da Vinci Design and Communications, we are seeking donations for our Freshmen Welcoming BBQ.

Some items we would appreciate include:

     -Cups                       -Sodas

-Plates                         -Water

-Napkins                       -Chips

-Hamburger Buns          -Hot Dog Buns

-Condiments                   -Side Dishes

-Desserts

Any type of donation is greatly appreciated! Donations can be dropped off in the Da Vinci Design front office by May 20th. Food items can be delivered the morning of the BBQ May 23rd.

Any questions or concerns, please feel free to email dv2014seniorproject@gmail.com

The Priority Application Deadline for new K-12 families who wish to apply to Da Vinci Schools for the 2014-2015 school year is today at 4 pm. Interested families may complete an online application at: https://davincischools.org/enroll/application.php.

Students applying for grades 10-12 must submit a transcript as part of the application process. Transcripts are used for grade level determination, not for admissions purposes. 9th grade applicants do not need to submit a transcript.

Questions?  Please contact the Enrollment Office at 310-331-8097 or enrollment@davincischools.org.

Dear Da Vinci Communications Families,

Today at 11:55am at the request of the LA County Sheriff Southern California station, Da Vinci Communications and Da Vinci Design were put on lockdown due to a home burglary west of our location. At 12:15pm, the LA County Sheriff informed us that the suspect was in custody, and that the lockdown was no longer in effect.  The lockdown was precautionary, as there was never a threat or person on campus who posed a danger to our students. The day will continue as normally scheduled for today.