Ken Blanchard Companies is currently looking for high school students rising to Grades 9-12 in the 2022-2023 school year to participate in the first offering of the Student Self Leadership Collaborative Online. This class teaches how to have the mindset and skillset to get what you need to succeed.  Applications are due June 30th.  In the referral line, please put “Desiree Saddler/Da Vinci Communications”.

What’s involved?

• Attend a live, virtual Orientation on July 11th

• Complete self-study mini-lessons over 6 weeks, about 1 hour per week

• Participate in 6 additional live, virtual classes once a week

  • Thursdays at 10:00am and 4:00pm PDT ​

• Provide feedback to the course developers through surveys and possibly focus groups to help make improvements for future classes

• Allow developers to use your user-generated content and image in future marketing and development efforts

What’s in it for you?

• Receive a completion certificate and digital badge that you can share on social media and use when applying to jobs or to college

• Be one of the first people to get access to this life-changing content in this format

• Learn skills to be successful at school, in your activities, at work, with your friends, in your community, and in your life

What do you need?

• A computer or phone with access to the internet

When will the live, virtual classes be?

• You can choose one session to attend each week on Thursdays at either 10 AM Pacific (1 PM Eastern) or 4 PM Pacific (7 PM Eastern)

What’s the cost?

• It’s free

What will you be learning?

• For more info, look at the FAQ

Please click this link to register your high school aged student today! Seats are limited, so act fast.

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This week is the final week of the school year! We are proud of our students for doing an excellent job on their Presentations of Learning (POLs) and Final Exams. We have a POL schedule on Monday and Tuesday, and a modified short-day schedule on Wednesday when students will attend each of their classes and end with a student-led CD. 

PowerSchool Access: As a reminder, teachers are busy finalizing grades and inputting assignments this week and next week. As such, PowerSchool access for students and parents is now turned off. Access will be restored once report cards are sent home during the week of Monday, June 13th. Thank you for your understanding!

Summer School: Students who need to recover credits required for graduation are expected to attend summer school. Separate emails will be sent to those who are expected to attend. We are also offering a summer Geometry course for math acceleration. The dates for these programs are as follows:

Session 1: Tuesday, June 14 – Friday, July 1

Session 2: Tuesday, July 12 – Thursday, July 28 

The 22-23 School Year: Next year will be the 10th year of Da Vinci Communications! The first day of school is Monday, August 15, 2022. You can find the calendar for next year here: DVC Calendar for Year 10 (2022-2023 School Year)

Key Events & Upcoming Dates:

• Monday, 6/6: FUTURES Graduation @ 10:30am & Beach Day for Seniors
• Tuesday, 6/7: Senior Awards @ 9:00am & Graduation Practice @ 12:00pm
• Wednesday, 6/8: Last Day of the School Year
• Thursday, 6/9: Class of 2022 Graduation @ 11am (Invitation Only)
• Tuesday, 6/14: Summer Session 1 begins (details coming soon)
• Wednesday, 6/15: Report Cards Mailed

Hi DVC Students and Families,

Teachers are busy finalizing grades and inputting assignments this week and next week. As such, PowerSchool access for students and parents is now turned off. Access will be restored once report cards are sent home during the week of Monday, June 13th. Thank you for your understanding!

Sincerely,

Erin D’Souza, Principal

We hope you have a terrific Memorial Day Weekend and wish to extend a special word of gratitude to all those who have served or are currently serving in our country’s armed forces. We are grateful for the safety and freedom we enjoy because of your service!

Next week begins Presentations of Learning (POLs) for grades 9, 10, and 11! POLs give students the opportunity to develop their speaking and presentation skills and are an opportunity for students to reflect publicly on their learning. Because these are formal presentations, students are expected to wear formal attire. Our POL days are shortened days with a 1:40pm dismissal time. All students will be dismissed from school at 1:40pm starting on Tuesday, 5/31 and continuing through Wednesday, 6/8 (the last day of school). 

• Parents & Guardians: We also know that Presentations of Learning (POLs) can be a stressful time for students and their families. The two most important things you can do to help your student during their POL is (1) assure them that it is ok to make mistakes and (2) have them practice their POL many times to as many people in your household as possible. And finally, if you are interested in watching your student’s POL, please contact their teachers and let them know. We would like to be sure that you don’t miss this opportunity. Please note the visitor policy if you plan to attend: Visitors to Da Vinci Schools must show proof of either a COVID vaccination or negative PCR/Antigen test (taken within the last 72 hours); masking is strongly recommended. 
• Students: Please know that this presentation is a great opportunity to practice public speaking in front of a live audience. This is an important skill to develop; we ask you to do your best, but we are not expecting perfection. Please practice your presentation for your friends and family as many times as you possibly can. The more you practice, the more confident you will feel on the day of your presentations.

There are a bunch of upcoming events for the Class of 2022! Stay tuned for an email specifically for the Class of 2022 and families with information regarding graduation and more.

In the meantime, here’s what’s coming up during these final two weeks:

• Tuesday, 5/31: POL Schedule Begins: Minimum Days – students dismissed at 1:40pm
• Thursday, 6/2: 12th Grade DTLA Field Trip
• Friday, 6/3: Disneyland Grad Night (12th Grade)
• Monday, 6/6: FUTURES Graduation
• Tuesday, 6/7: Senior Awards @ 9:00 & Graduation Practice @ 12:00
• Wednesday, 6/8: Last Day of the School Year
• Thursday, 6/9: Class of 2022 Graduation @ 11am (Invitation Only)

Sincerely,

Erin D’Souza, Principal

Dear DVC Students and Families,

The tragic shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas has shaken all of our nation and our school family. We are deeply saddened by the horrific and heartbreaking events, as surely you are as well. Our hearts are with every family affected by this tragedy, and with the entire Uvalde community as they respond and grieve.

For educators, parents, and students, school violence is something we all feel deeply. Here are some resources that may be helpful in the wake of this violence:

Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers (National Association of School Psychologists)

Helping Children Cope with Frightening News (Child Mind Institute)

Coping in the Aftermath of a Shooting (American Counseling Association)

Trauma and Disaster Mental Health (American Counseling Association)

I join you in feelings of sadness, but I am encouraged by the collective strength of our school community.

Sincerely,

Erin D’Souza, DVC Principal