We had our first CD assembly of the year on Thursday, where we recognized DVC All-Stars from grades 9-12! These students were chosen by their grade-level teachers for being outstanding examples of DVC culture. Congratulations to all of our All-Stars!
Week 5
It’s already been a month of learning at Da Vinci Communications! We have hit the ground running with our Overnighter, Club Fair, and seminars being launched. Thank you for your positive energy, and we are excited for upcoming events like our Back to School Night (September 25th) and SLCs in October.
Welcome, Ms. Jamisyn Williams: Ms. Williams will be serving as counselor during Ms. Barba’s leave for grades 9 and 11. Please direct any counseling inquiries to her (or drop a line of welcome) to jwilliams@davincischools.org. Ms. Williams attended Wiseburn Schools and was thrilled to have the opportunity to work in her home community. We’re excited to have her on our team!
Hispanic Heritage Month: Tomorrow marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place September 15th to October 15th every year as a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the American Latino community. DVC students attended the Latino College Expo this weekend, and our Latino Student Union (L.S.U.) leads the recognition and celebration throughout the next four weeks. Our next CD on Friday, October 3rd will be led by the Latino Student Union. Students interested in participating should contact Ms. Noemy Carrillo (ncarrillo@davincischools.org).
Make Up Photos: All students who did not take a photo on the earlier photo days will have make up photos on Tuesday, September 16th from 8:30-9:30. For students who would like to retake a photo, please reach out to Jackie Martinez (jmartinez@davincischools.org) to get added to the photo list. Students will be called out of class by the front office.
CLD Day: Our first CLD Day is coming up on September 23rd. Students received an email from Da Vinci Schools to sign up for an On-Campus Learning Workshop or to indicate that they will be learning from home that day. Here is the CLD Survey to Sign-Up for CLD Day 9/23 (need Da Vinci email address to access). Here is the List of On-Campus Workshops available on 9/23. Please note that students will need to have a CLD stay-at-home permission slip if they wish to learn from home that day.
Tutoring: By popular demand, Tutor Alex is returning for another year of tutoring at DVC! Tutoring in all subject areas (except pathways and art) is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 3:35-4:30 in room 3205 (Sandoval).
Wednesday Snacks for Staff Meetings: One of the reasons why DVC is able to be such a wonderful learning environment is that we prioritize staff meeting and collaborative time. If you’d be interested in providing a snack for staff members on Wednesday meetings as a pick-me-up, please check out this link. We are thankful for your generosity! Thank you very much to those who have already signed out.
Attendance: As a friendly reminder, If your student is going to be absent from school, it’s essential to complete both the Absence Reporting Form (Completed by Parent) and the Short-Term Independent Study (STIS) Form (Completed by Student). Submitting the Absence Form ensures your absence is properly documented, while completing the STIS Form allows your student to receive credit for the days they missed. This helps keep your student’s attendance and academic records in good standing. Be sure to fill out both forms as soon as possible. You can find the links under the Helpful Link Tab on the Blog. Thank you!
Work Permits: Any student who is employed and working is legally required to have a valid work permit. If your student is currently employed or planning to begin work, please make sure they obtain one from Lolita Go (room 3206). Additionally, if students are interested in working during seminar time, they will need to be enrolled in the Work Experience Seminar. This ensures that students receive credit for their employment experience and that their schedules are aligned with school expectations. Thank you for your support in helping students balance school and work successfully. Please contact Lolita with any questions about work permits or seminar enrollment through email at lgo@davincischools.org.
Metro Passes: Da Vinci Schools is participating in LA Metro’s GoPass Program again this year! This means any DVC student can receive a free Metrocard that, once activated, will allow them to ride on the Metro at no cost until June 30th. Students can pick up a card and instructions to activate their card from Jackie Martinez (jmartinez@davincischools.org) at the DVC Front Desk. Here is more information on the GoPass Program if you are interested.
Here’s what’s coming up THIS WEEK and beyond:
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Sincerely,
Andrew Daramola
Principal, Da Vinci Communications
Make sure to sign-up for our upcoming CLD. The deadline to sign-up is Tuesday, September 16th. If you select Off-campus learning, a permission slip is required.
1.LAUSD Region South College & Career Fair- Saturday, September 27th (9am-1pm)
2. California State University (CSU) College Night- Monday, September 29th (6pm-8pm)
On Monday, September 29, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. come to the Pasadena Convention Center and meet representatives from across the CSU. This event is free and open to high school and community college students, returning students, adult learners, and their families. Parents, guardians, and educators are encouraged to attend and be part of this journey.
At CSU Night you will:
Event Details
Pasadena Convention Center
300 E. Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
Monday, September 29, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Parking: $15 per vehicle (credit card or contactless only)
Food: Concessions will be available, with additional dining options nearby
Come discover what’s possible at the CSU—we look forward to welcoming you!
Hello DVC Families,
Reminder that TODAY we are hosting our 11th grade and 12th grade College and Career Parent Info Nights. 11th grade will be virtual (see flyer below for zoom link) and 12th grade will be in-person.
11th grade families are welcome to attend the 12th grade parent presentation in order to prepare for senior year!
For any questions please contact the College and Career Counselor, Mrs. Aldrete (maldrete@davincischools.org).