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Week 38 Updates for Families

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Week 38

It’s the last week of school!  After a year of hard work, new opportunities, and growth, let’s finish this week strong.  All students are expected to attend school during scheduled hours this week.  Our seniors have graduation practice and then, graduation this week!  Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

 

Powerschool: Access to Powerschool has been turned off so that teachers can finalize grades.  Grades will be updated by Friday, June 12th, and records will be sent out.

Senior Breakfast & Graduation Practice: Seniors have Senior Breakfast from 9:00-10:30 in the Black Box, with Grad Practice beginning promptly at 10:30 in the gym.  Attendance is mandatory.

Presentations of Learning (POLs) Our 9th, 10th, and 11th graders finish Presentations of Learning (POLs) this week! POLs give students the opportunity to develop their speaking and presentation skills and are an opportunity for students to reflect publicly on their learning. You can read all the schoolwide POL policies HERE. Here are a few important notes about POLs:

Graduation Info: Date, Yard Signs, RSVP, Notices

    • Commencement for the Class of 2026 will be on June 11th 2026, at 1:00 P.M. in the Da Vinci Schools Gym.  
    • All tickets are digital, and 12 tickets are allotted per student.  Seating assignments will be sent to guests who have RSVP’d this week.
    • Parents of Seniors have been emailed for graduation RSVP information.  If you have not received this email, please contact Mr. Daramola (adaramola@davincischools.org) as soon as possible.
  • Class of 2026 Yard signs are available for pickup from DVC!  Please see the Front Office to pick up your sign.
  • We are proud to announce this year’s graduation honorees:
    • Valedictorian: Cornelius Lucey
    • Student Choice Speaker: Deon Radcliff
    • DVC Citizen Award Winner: Djamal Bongo Schultz
    • Staff Speaker: Janeé Gerard

Presentation Attire: Students are expected to dress in professional attire, detailed as follows:

    • Button-down dress shirt (shirt must be tucked in) or or non-revealing blouse (must cover shoulders); Suit jacket (optional)
    • Khaki pants or dress pants (no jeans); Dress or skirt that touches tops of knees when standing up straight
    • Closed-toe dress shoes (no sneakers or excessively high heels)
    • Hair should not cover the face
    • In need of professional attire?  Please reach out to Ms. Jackie (jmartinez@davincischools.org) 
  • POLs are a serious academic environment where students are actively presenting.  If possible, please refrain from early pick up of your student, as this is disruptive to this environment, as they must be called from their class. Thank you!

Summer School: 

  • Students and families are being notified by counselors if Summer School will be required for your student.  Summer School at DVC is offered for students who need Credit Recovery, and is done in person.  The first day of Summer Session 1 is Tuesday, June 16th.

Attendance and STIS Forms: Dear Parents and Guardians, as shared during our Back to School Night, our school set a goal of reaching 96% attendance this year, which means each student could have only 7 absences throughout the year. We are currently at 94.4%, and every day counts as we approach the end of the school year.  One important way families can help us reach this goal is by supporting students in completing any missing STIS forms. 

As a reminder, when a student is absent:

  1. A parent/guardian should email Pattie (pfoxman@davincischools.org) to excuse the absence
  2. The student should submit a Short-Term Independent Study (STIS) form to document the learning completed while out of school

We appreciate your support in encouraging students to complete any missing STIS forms in a timely and detailed way. Students may also stop by the front office to see Mrs. Adriana for support or sign up for STIS Support Flex Block if they need help.  Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to finish the year strong!

 

Here’s what’s coming up THIS WEEK and beyond:

  • Presentations of Learning – Tuesday, June 2nd – June 9th
  • Senior Activities – June 4th-June 9th
    • Beach Day: June 9th
  • Graduation Practice & Senior Breakfast – Monday, June 8th @ 8:30 A.M.
  • Last Day of School – Wednesday, June 10th
  • Graduation – Thursday, June 11th @1:00pm
  • First Day of School for 2026-2027 – Monday, August 17th

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Week 37 Updates for Families

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Week 37

POL Week is Here!  The end is in sight for our students, and we are looking forward to finishing strong.

 

Presentations of Learning (POLs) Our 9th, 10th, and 11th graders begin Presentations of Learning (POLs) on Tuesday, June 2nd! POLs give students the opportunity to develop their speaking and presentation skills and are an opportunity for students to reflect publicly on their learning. You can read all the schoolwide POL policies HERE. Here are a few important notes about POLs:

Presentation Attire: Students are expected to dress in professional attire, detailed as follows:

  • Button-down dress shirt (shirt must be tucked in) or or non-revealing blouse (must cover shoulders); Suit jacket (optional)
  • Khaki pants or dress pants (no jeans); Dress or skirt that touches tops of knees when standing up straight
  • Closed-toe dress shoes (no sneakers or excessively high heels)
  • Hair should not cover the face
  • In need of professional attire?  Please reach out to Ms. Jackie (jmartinez@davincischools.org) 

Graduation Info: Date, Yard Signs, RSVP, Notices

  • Commencement for the Class of 2026 will be on June 11th 2026, at 1:00 P.M. in the Da Vinci Schools Gym.  
  • All tickets are digital, and 12 tickets are allotted per student.  We will be sending seating assignments (which are randomized) soon.
  • Class of 2026 Yard signs are available for pickup from DVC!  Please see the Front Office to pick up your sign.
  • Parents of Seniors have been emailed for graduation RSVP information.  If you have not received this email, please contact Mr. Daramola (adaramola@davincischools.org) as soon as possible.
  • Parents of Seniors who are currently not passing a graduation required class have been emailed – as a reminder, all classwork is due on Friday, May 29th.
  • We are proud to announce this year’s graduation honorees:
    • Valedictorian: Cornelius Lucey
    • Student Choice Speaker: Deon Radcliff
    • DVC Citizen Award Winner: Djamal Bongo Schultz
    • Staff Speaker: Janeé Gerard

Summer School: 

  • Students and families are being notified by counselors if Summer School may be required for your student.  Summer School at DVC is offered for students who need Credit Recovery, and is done in person.

Accelerated Learning & Dual Enrollment:

  • Students who meet the required criteria are able to take Accelerated Geometry or Algebra 2 during this year’s Summer Session.  These courses are offered virtually. Please contact your student’s counselor for more information.
  • Dual Enrollment for Summer Sessions: Summer Dual Enrollment courses can be a great opportunity for extended learning.  These Summer Dual Enrollment courses are offered through local community colleges and not directly through DVC in the Summer Session.  Dual Enrollment courses through DVC are offered for students in grades 10-12 during the school year.  If students need a dual enrollment form signed for summer session, please contact their counselor by June 5th. 

Attendance and STIS Forms: Dear Parents and Guardians, as shared during our Back to School Night, our school set a goal of reaching 96% attendance this year, which means each student could have only 7 absences throughout the year. We are currently at 94.4%, and every day counts as we approach the end of the school year.  One important way families can help us reach this goal is by supporting students in completing any missing STIS forms. 

As a reminder, when a student is absent:

  1. A parent/guardian should email Pattie (pfoxman@davincischools.org) to excuse the absence
  2. The student should submit a Short-Term Independent Study (STIS) form to document the learning completed while out of school

We appreciate your support in encouraging students to complete any missing STIS forms in a timely and detailed way. Students may also stop by the front office to see Mrs. Adriana for support or sign up for STIS Support Flex Block if they need help.  Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to finish the year strong!

 

Here’s what’s coming up THIS WEEK and beyond:

  • Presentations of Learning – Tuesday, June 2nd – June 9th
  • Senior Activities – June 4th-June 9th
      • DTLA Field Trip: June 4th
      • Grad Nite: June 5th
      • Beach Day: June 9th
  • Graduation Practice & Senior Breakfast – Monday, June 8th @ 8:30 A.M.
  • Last Day of School – Wednesday, June 10th
  • Graduation – Thursday, June 11th @1:00pm

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Week 36

We had a great week last week at DVC, as we celebrated Seniors receiving special honors at our Senior Awards Night, finished MAP testing for grades 9-10, and had our final seminars of the year.  This week, we look forward to our last week of instruction before POLs, and our Asian American Pacific Islander CD on Friday!

 

Graduation Info: Date, Yard Signs, RSVP, Notices

  • Commencement for the Class of 2026 will be on June 11th 2026, at 1:00 P.M. in the Da Vinci Schools Gym.
  • Class of 2026 Yard signs are available for pickup from DVC!  Please see the Front Office to pick up your sign.
  • Parents of Seniors have been emailed for graduation RSVP information.  If you have not received this email, please contact Mr. Daramola (adaramola@davincischools.org) as soon as possible.
  • Parents of Seniors who are currently not passing a graduation required class have been emailed – as a reminder, all classwork is due on Friday, May 29th.
  • We are proud to announce this year’s graduation honorees:
    • Valedictorian: Cornelius Lucey
    • Student Choice Speaker: Deon Radcliff Jr.
    • DVC Citizen Award Winner: Djamal Bongo Schultz
    • Staff Speaker: Janeé Gerard

Presentations of Learning (POLs): Our 9th, 10th, and 11th graders begin Presentations of Learning (POLs) on Tuesday, June 2nd! POLs give students the opportunity to develop their speaking and presentation skills and are an opportunity for students to reflect publicly on their learning. You can read all the schoolwide POL policies HERE. Here are a few important notes about POLs:

Presentation Attire: Students are expected to dress in professional attire, detailed as follows:

  • Button-down dress shirt (shirt must be tucked in) or or non-revealing blouse (must cover shoulders); Suit jacket (optional)
  • Khaki pants or dress pants (no jeans); Dress or skirt that touches tops of knees when standing up straight
  • Closed-toe dress shoes (no sneakers or excessively high heels)
  • Hair should not cover the face
  • In need of professional attire?  Please reach out to Ms. Jackie (jmartinez@davincischools.org) 

Schedule: Students will be assigned their presentation dates and times on Tuesday, May 26th. Any requests for changes to a student’s POL date or time must be made by a student’s parent or guardian on or before Friday, May 29th. Please make these requests directly to your student’s teachers.

Summer School: 

  • Students and families are being notified by counselors if Summer School may be required for your student.  Summer School at DVC is offered for students who need Credit Recovery, and is done in person.

Accelerated Learning & Dual Enrollment:

  • Students who meet the required criteria are able to take Accelerated Geometry or Algebra 2 during this year’s Summer Session.  These courses are offered virtually. Please contact your student’s counselor for more information.
  • Dual Enrollment for Summer Sessions: Summer Dual Enrollment courses can be a great opportunity for extended learning.  These Summer Dual Enrollment courses are offered through local community colleges and not directly through DVC in the Summer Session.  Dual Enrollment courses through DVC are offered for students in grades 10-12 during the school year.  If students need a dual enrollment form signed for summer session, please contact their counselor by June 5th. 

Da Vinci Schools Family Survey: DVC Families, your voice matters.  Messages with your personalized survey link directly from Kelvin Education have been sent to you. Please take a few minutes to click on the link and take the survey before Friday May 29th. Your honest input helps us celebrate what’s working and identify areas where we can improve.  

Attendance and STIS Forms: Dear Parents and Guardians, as shared during our Back to School Night, our school set a goal of reaching 96% attendance this year, which means each student could have only 7 absences throughout the year. We are currently at 94.4%, and every day counts as we approach the end of the school year.  One important way families can help us reach this goal is by supporting students in completing any missing STIS forms. 

As a reminder, when a student is absent:

  1. A parent/guardian should email Ms. Pattie (pfoxman@davincischools.org) to excuse the absence
  2. The student should submit a Short-Term Independent Study (STIS) form to document the learning completed while out of school

We appreciate your support in encouraging students to complete any missing STIS forms in a timely and detailed way. Students may also stop by the front office to see Mrs. Adriana for support or sign up for STIS Support Flex Block if they need help.  Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to finish the year strong!

WDV Performing Arts: 

  •  Join us for an inspiring evening at the Spring Performing Arts Seminar Night (5/26), showcasing the work of students from our dynamic performing arts seminar classes! Featuring presentations from Stagecraft, Drum Ensemble, Music Production, On-Stage Acting, and On-Camera Acting, this event highlights the creativity, collaboration, and artistic growth that have taken place throughout the semester. From live music to scene work, tech design to digital media, come experience the wide range of talent our students have to offer. (The Spring Seminar Night will take place in the Blackbox on Tue, 5/26 at 6pm. Admission is FREE—all are welcome to attend!)

Here’s what’s coming up THIS WEEK and beyond:

  • Memorial Day Holiday – Monday, May 25th
  • Last Day to Submit Coursework – Friday, May 29th
  • Presentations of Learning – Tuesday, June 2nd – June 9th
  • Senior Activities – June 4th-June 9th
  • Graduation Practice – Monday, June 8th @ 8:30 A.M.
  • Last Day of School – Wednesday, June 10th
  • Graduation – Thursday, June 11th @1:00pm

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Week 35 Updates for Families

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We had an excellent time celebrating the Class of 2026 at our Senior Decision Day last Wednesday, May 13th! We had a senior parade around the DVC campus at 12:00pm and then seniors went over to the gym for a “final recess.”  More pics below.  Follow our Class of ‘26 on Instagram @dvcclassof26 to see where they’re headed after graduating from DVC!

 

Graduation is June 11th! Commencement for the Class of 2026 will be on June 11th 2026, at 1:00 P.M. in the Da Vinci Schools Gym.  All parents and guardians of graduating students received an email today for registration and seating.

Final Community Learning Day Learning Logs: We had the last CLD day on April 24th.  Please make sure your student completes their learning log for credit before May 22nd!  An email will be sent to parents and students who have missing or incomplete Learning Logs.

Parent Advisory Committee: We have our fifth (and final!) PAC meeting of the year on Thursday, May 21st  (Zoom link) from 4:30-5:30pm.

Senior Awards Night: We have a special night coming up on Wednesday, May 20th!

  • Photography Exhibition @ 4:30pm (open to all): Students in the DVC Photography Seminar have prepared a special series of editorial shoots that will be on display in the Black Box Theater starting at 4:30pm. Please come to enjoy their work! This is the pre-show to the Senior Awards Night.
  • Senior Awards Night @ 5:30pm (seniors & families, by invitation only): We are excited to celebrate students in the Class of 2026 who will be receiving awards for their accomplishments during high school in the Black Box Theater. Invited students and families have received an invitation to this event via email. Please RSVP if you have not yet done so, and feel free to come early to check out the Photography Exhibition that is the pre-show!

Summer School: Students and families are being notified by counselors if Summer School may be required for your student.  Summer School at DVC is offered for students who need Credit Recovery, and is done in person.

Accelerated Learning Opportunities: Students who meet the required criteria are able to take Accelerated Geometry or Algebra 2 during this year’s Summer Session.  These courses are offered virtually. Please contact your student’s counselor for more information.

Dual Enrollment for Summer Sessions: Summer Dual Enrollment courses can be a great opportunity for extended learning.  These Summer Dual Enrollment courses are offered through local community colleges and not directly through DVC in the Summer Session.  Dual Enrollment courses through DVC are offered for students in grades 10-12 during the school year.  If students need a dual enrollment form signed for summer session, please contact their counselor by June 5th. 

Da Vinci Schools Family Survey: DVC Families, your voice matters.  Messages with your personalized survey link directly from Kelvin Education have been sent to you. Please take a few minutes to click on the link and take the survey before Friday May 29th. Your honest input helps us celebrate what’s working and identify areas where we can improve.  

DVC Yearbooks: Dear Families, we are excited to share that this year’s yearbooks are on their way! Copies will be arriving soon, and we have a limited quantity available for purchase. If you have any questions, please contact: Russell Albans (ralbans@davincischools.org). 

WDV Performing Arts: 

  • HS Musical Theatre Showcase (5/17): Join us in The Blackbox Sunday, May 17 @ 4pm for an intimate and casual performance by our musical theatre students! This complimentary afternoon will include ensemble numbers from celebrated shows, as well as solos, duets and small group numbers selected and staged by the students themselves. (On stage Tech & Design enhancements by our stagecraft crew!) Questions: dfeldman@davincischools.org 
  • The “Voices of Da Vinci” High School Choir present HORIZON (5/21): Join the Voices of Da Vinci High School and Junior Choirs for their spring concert: “HORIZON”! In their first combined spring concert, these uplifting performances explore themes of perseverance, growth, and looking ahead toward new possibilities. Through a powerful mix of contemporary songs, soulful harmonies, spoken word, and inspiring moments, HORIZON celebrates the strength it takes to keep rising, even through challenges. Come experience an evening of music, hope, and connection as our students lift their voices toward what’s next. (HORIZON will take place in the Blackbox on Thu, 5/21 at 6pm. Admission is FREE—all are welcome to attend!)
  •  Join us for an inspiring evening at the Spring Performing Arts Seminar Night (5/26), showcasing the work of students from our dynamic performing arts seminar classes! Featuring presentations from Stagecraft, Drum Ensemble, Music Production, On-Stage Acting, and On-Camera Acting, this event highlights the creativity, collaboration, and artistic growth that have taken place throughout the semester. From live music to scene work, tech design to digital media, come experience the wide range of talent our students have to offer. (The Spring Seminar Night will take place in the Blackbox on Tue, 5/26 at 6pm. Admission is FREE—all are welcome to attend!)

 

Here’s what’s coming up THIS WEEK and beyond:

  • Senior Awards Night – Wednesday, May 20th (Invitation only)
  • FINAL Parent Advisory Committee Meeting – Thursday, May 21st
  • Memorial Day Holiday – Monday, May 25th
  • Presentations of Learning – Tuesday, June 2nd – June 9th
  • Senior Activities – June 4th-June 9th
  • Graduation Practice – Monday, June 8th @ 8:30 A.M.
  • Last Day of School – Wednesday, June 10th
  • Graduation – Thursday, June 11th @1:00pm

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Decision Day Photos!

Week 34 Updates for Families

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Week 34

DVC Families, THANK YOU for an amazing Staff Appreciation Week!  The DVC community went above and beyond in making our staff feel very appreciated.  Thanks to your generosity, we were able to have a stocked breakfast bar for the entire week, a staff lunch on Wednesday, notes sent to staff, and gift cards for all staff members on Friday!  Our team would like to send our sincere thanks for your generosity and goodwill.

If you couldn’t participate, or didn’t see the info, you can always give to the Staff Appreciation & Gratitude Fund (mark as “Staff Appreciation”)  through the DVSF website.  We appreciate you, and it is our honor to teach your students!

 

Da Vinci Schools Family Survey: DVC Families, your voice matters.  Messages with your personalized survey link directly from Kelvin Education have been sent to you. Please take a few minutes to click on the link and take the survey before Friday May 29th. Your honest input helps us celebrate what’s working and identify areas where we can improve.

DVC Yearbooks: Dear Families, we are excited to share that this year’s yearbooks are on their way! Copies will be arriving soon, and we have a limited quantity available for purchase. If you would like to secure a yearbook for your student, we encourage you to order as soon as possible before we sell out. You can place your order using this link: https://yearbookforever.com/school-store/5O3S55MkVRm4z136dE2qHM80

If you have any questions, please contact: Russell Albans (ralbans@davincischools.org). 

Final Community Learning Day Learning Logs: We had the last CLD day on April 24th.  Please make sure your student completes their learning log for credit!  An email was sent to parents and students who had missing or incomplete Learning Logs.

Senior Celebration CD & Senior Decision Day: We are excited to celebrate our seniors and their next steps at our Senior Decision Day on Wednesday, May 13th! We will have a senior parade around the DVC campus at 12:00pm and then seniors will head over to the gym for a “final recess.”  Follow our Class of ‘26 on Instagram @dvcclassof26 to see where they’re headed after graduating from DVC!

Senior Awards Night: We have a special night coming up on Wednesday, May 20th!

  • Photography Exhibition @ 4:30pm (open to all): Students in the DVC Photography Seminar have prepared a special series of editorial shoots that will be on display in the Black Box Theater starting at 4:30pm. Please come to enjoy their work! This is the pre-show to the Senior Awards Night.
  • Senior Awards Night @ 5:30pm (seniors & families, by invitation only): We are excited to celebrate students in the Class of 2026 who will be receiving awards for their accomplishments during high school in the Black Box Theater. Invited students and families have received an invitation to this event via email. Please RSVP if you have not yet done so, and feel free to come early to check out the Photography Exhibition that is the pre-show!

Tutoring: Does your student need additional academic support?  Tutoring in all subject areas (except pathways and art) is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 3:35-4:30 in room 3205 (Sandoval).  See the flyer here for more information!

 

Here’s what’s coming up THIS WEEK and beyond:

  • 12th Grade Decision Day – Wednesday, May 13th
  • Senior Awards Night – Wednesday, May 20th (Invitation only)
  • FINAL Parent Advisory Committee Meeting – Thursday, May 21st
  • Memorial Day Holiday – Monday, May 25th
  • Senior Activities – June 4th-June 9th
  • Last Day of School – Wednesday, June 10th
  • Graduation – Thursday, June 11th @1:00pm – more details to come this week!

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Photos from Staff Appreciation Week!

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