For any questions/concerns, please contact the College and Career Counselor, Mrs. Aldrete (maldrete@davincischools.org)
For any questions/concerns, please contact the College and Career Counselor, Mrs. Aldrete (maldrete@davincischools.org)
Hello DVC,
I hope you all had a restful Spring Break! Here are the list of college/career reps that will be visiting us during lunch this week:
All college/career rep visits will take place in Mr. Jackson’s room (3203). As a reminder, please grab your lunch and head upstairs to Jackson’s class. No extended lunch passes will be given.
Students of all grade levels (9-12) can attend the college rep visits.
If you have any more questions, please feel free to email me or stop by my office,
Mrs. Aldrete
College & Career Counselor
by Erin D'Souza
We celebrated the start of APIDA (Asian, Pacific Islander & Desi American) Heritage Month during our first ever APIDA CD! Huge thank you to DVC’s Asian Representation Club for leading this special event as well as all the student and staff performers. Our entire school community did a great job of showing up and honoring APIDA voices and traditions.
Follow DVC’s Class of 2025 (@dvcco25) on Instagram to see the plans our seniors have for after high school! We are excited to celebrate them on Wednesday, May 21st at our College & Career Signing Day taking place after lunch in the gym.
WASC Accreditation Update: We are thrilled to announce that Da Vinci Communications has been awarded a six-year accreditation—the highest level possible—by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC). This recognition reaffirms DVC’s unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality education and promoting long-term success for all students. Visiting team members identified the following strengths about Da Vinci Communications, including:
For the full article about our WASC accreditation and what it means for us, please visit this link.
Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) Meeting: All are welcome to attend our Parent Advisory Committee Meeting on Tuesday, 5/6 @ 5pm – 201 N. Douglas or via zoom (link here). The agenda for the meeting is as follows:
Staff Appreciation Week: We are celebrating teachers and staff at DVC this week! Please write notes of appreciation – this is the most important part of our recognition and we need more notes!
Summer Career Training Clinics – application deadline is MONDAY, 5/5: This summer, the Real World Learning Program is offering Da Vinci students hands-on career training clinics in Aviation, Art, and Advanced Manufacturing. Descriptions of each clinic can be found in the flyer below. The deadline to apply is Monday, May 5 at 5 pm. CLICK HERE TO APPLY. Please note: The application form must be completed by both the student and a parent/guardian to ensure we have accurate emergency contact information. If you have any questions, please contact Nordia Simmonds at nsimmonds@davincischools.org.
Here’s what’s coming up THIS WEEK and beyond:
Please use these links for easy access to school information:
by Gloria Perez
Did you know Da Vinci is launching a new adult program in Fall 2025, called LifeLaunch, designed for graduating seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in Healthcare or Aviation?
Students will gain valuable skills, certifications and licenses, earn college credits through El Camino College, and receive personalized career planning and coaching — all while staying connected to their community at Da Vinci Schools, at no cost to students and families.
LifeLaunch Virtual Info Session – Join Us!
When: May 7, 2025 | 6:00-7:00 pm
Where: Via Zoom
Submit a LifeLaunch Interest Form today to stay on top of the latest news!
Questions? Contact Ebony Bobadilla at ebobadilla@davincischool.org.
We are thrilled to announce that both Da Vinci Communications and Da Vinci Design have been awarded six-year accreditations—the highest level possible—by the Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC). This recognition reaffirms Da Vinci’s unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality education and promoting long-term success for all students.
Last year, Da Vinci Connect and Da Vinci RISE also earned full six-year accreditations. Next week, WASC will be visiting Da Vinci Science as part of its ongoing accreditation process.
WASC accreditation is a voluntary process through which schools demonstrate that they meet rigorous standards of educational quality and excellence. This well-respected accreditation can impact important factors such as credit transferability, eligibility for federal financial aid, and overall institutional credibility.
The Commission granted accreditation for Da Vinci Communications and Da Vinci Design through June 30, 2031. Each school underwent a rigorous evaluation process that included a comprehensive self-study, peer review, and the successful completion of an on-site, three-day accreditation visit by a team of experienced educators.
“We are incredibly proud of Da Vinci Communications and Da Vinci Design for earning this highest level of accreditation,” said Dr. Matthew Wunder, Da Vinci’s CEO/Superintendent. “This achievement reflects the dedication of so many team members who contributed to this outstanding result and who work every day to ensure the quality and impact of Da Vinci’s programs and services.”
“I wish to extend my deep appreciation to all the staff, faculty, and student leaders at Da Vinci Communications and Da Vinci Design and especially to the Da Vinci leaders who led the WASC accreditation process, including DVC Principal Erin D’Souza, DVD Principal Russell Stoll, and Michelle Rainey, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction,” Dr. Wunder continued.
Visiting team members identified the following strengths about Da Vinci Communications, including:
Visiting team members identified the following strengths about Da Vinci Design, including:
We are so proud of our school communities!
Da Vinci Communications
201 N. Douglas St. – Floor 3
El Segundo, CA 90245
(310) 725-5800