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Scholarship Opportunities

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Hello DVC families,

Please see links below to several student scholarship opportunities. Visit the links below to see eligibility requirements, application components and deadlines/due dates.

The Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship Program

https://www.jackierobinson.org/apply/applicants/

The Ron Brown Scholarship

https://www.ronbrown.org/section/apply/application-timeline

The Dream US National Scholarship

https://www.thedream.us/scholarships/national-scholarship/

Taco Bell Live Mas Scholarship

https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/live-mas-scholarship/

The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship

Apply

The Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholarship

https://www.hsf.net/scholarship/

Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship Program

College Scholarship Program

2019 Youth Awards Educational Grants Program

www.HispanicHeritage.org

Don’t miss out and make sure to be mindful of all deadlines and due dates! 

Don’t Miss This Private Basketball Clinic for DV Students Tomorrow!!

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Looking for something to do tomorrow during the PD day when school is not in session?

There is an exciting private Basketball Clinic for Da Vinci students scheduled for tomorrow in connection with the L.A. Street Festival hosted by the LA Times. Don’t miss this opportunity to play some ball with friends and develop your skills. The free clinic is for Da Vinci students in grades 6-12 of all skill levels.

– What: Free Private Basketball Clinic for Da Vinci Students in grades 6-12
– When: Friday, Sept. 20 from 12:00-2:00 PM (arrive at 11:30 with your permission slip in hand)
– Where: On Douglas Street between Imperial Highway and Atwood Way — meet in the white tented area at 11:30

There will be giveaways to make the day extra special. If we obtain 150 student participants, all students will be entered into a raffle for the following prizes:

* Prize 1: Apple AirPods or Samsung Galaxy Buds
* Prize 2: $100 gift card to Amazon, Best Buy or Dick’s Sporting Goods
* Prize 3: $50 gift card to Amazon, Best Buy or Dick’s Sporting Goods

The private clinic is part of the first-ever L.A. Street Festival with 3×3 games, e-sports, live music, food and more!

https://lastreetfestival.com/

Hope to see you there!

School Site Council Meeting: Wednesday, 9/18

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Hi DVC Families,

The following parents have been elected as members of the School Site Council for 2019-2020:

Desiree Saddler

Iris Zelaya

Moises Salas

Congratulations to them, and thank you to all who expressed interest in serving DVC in this important way!

All parents are welcome to attend the School Site Council meetings. The first meeting will take place on Wednesday, September 18th in the DVC Fishbowl at 4pm. If you are planning to attend, please click on this link: RSVP for SSC Meeting on 9/18

With thanks,

Erin D’Souza

CSULB Presents: 4th Annual Inclusion Summit

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Hello DVC senior families,

Here is another great opportunity! California State University, Long Beach will be hosting their 4th Annual Inclusion Summit.

Students will have an opportunity to:

– Receive assistance with FAFSA application
– Attend a workshop for students and Parents (Spanish available)
– Receive assistance with CSU application
– Learn more about CSULB

Date: Saturday October 12, 2019
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Parking: Free in Lot E11

Refreshments will be served!

RSVP required at: www.csulb.edu/cis

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9th, 11th, 12th Grade Parent Meetings with Counselors

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The counselors, Jennifer Barba and Diana Vallejo, will begin to host the annual parent presentations to discuss graduation requirements, college admissions, and parent tips on next steps. The following are the dates and times for each grade level:

9th Grade – Tuesday, September 24 @ 4:00pm – 5:00 pm in the Fishbowl (3101)

12th Grade – Wednesday, September 25 @ 4:00pm – 5:00 pm in the Fishbowl (3101)

11th Grade – Thursday, September 26 @ 4:00pm – 5:00 pm in the Fishbowl (3101)

The 10th grade parent presentation will take place in the spring semester. Also, please bring a form of identification to check in with the first-floor secretaries. We hope in seeing you soon!