I am thrilled to share that we have a very special visitor on Monday morning: State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond! He will be visiting Mr. Christopher Jackson’s 12th Grade Financial Literacy class. State Superintendent Thurmond is choosing to visit DVC because our program is a model of the financial literacy education he hopes to see throughout California. We will be sure to share pictures of this special visit. If you don’t already follow @davincischools_org and @dvchighschool on Instagram, please start today!

There are just six weeks left of school before POLs (Presentations of Learning) begin. This is a great time to check grades and make plans for improvement (if needed) before the end of the semester. You can check grades on Canvas or PowerSchool, whichever is easiest for you. If you notice any discrepancies, please let the teacher know right away.

DECA Competition in Orlando, Florida: We have several students competing at the DECA International Career Development Conference in Orlando, Florida. They left on Friday and we wish them all the best in their competition. Seniors Eryn Allen and Hilda Donis qualified to compete in the Entrepreneurship Innovation Plan event (check out their project that won 3rd place at state here!) while juniors Alani Flores, Samantha Guevara and Karina Ruiz have been selected to attend the THRIVE Leadership Academy to build their leadership skills and learn how to take our DECA chapter to the next level. These students will be joining approximately 22,000 high school students, advisors, business professionals and alumni for several days of competition, networking, and fun! Check out @dvcdeca on Instagram to follow their adventures in Orlando! This is the first time that students from DVC have qualified for this competition, and we are so proud of them.

College Visits: Our 11th grade had a terrific time visiting Cal Poly Pomona and Loyola Marymount University. We’ve had a great time taking students to college campuses this year! This Friday, we take our 11th graders to the NACAC College Fair at the Pasadena Convention Center. 

Here’s a list of what’s coming up:

• Wednesday, 4/26: Field Trip to Homeboy Industries & Olvera Street (Ethnic Studies Class)
• Wednesday, 4/26: Computer Science Senior Project Showcase (12th grade)
• Friday, 4/28: Field Trip to El Camino College (12th grade)
• Friday, 4/28: Field Trip to NACAC College Fair (11th grade)
• Monday, 5/1 – Thursday, 5/4: Mathematics CAASPP Testing during US History Classes (11th grade)
• Tuesday, 5/2: Field Trip to 72andSunny (12th grade- Marketing)
• Wednesday, 5/3: Field Trip to Moonwater Farms (Environmental Science Class)
• Thursday, 5/4: College & Career Signing Day (12th Grade)
• Friday, 5/5: No School Professional Development Day
• Friday, 5/5: Da Vinci Schools Prom @ The Proud Bird
• Monday, 5/8: Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week Begins
• Wednesday, 5/10: School Site Council Meeting @ 5pm on Zoom
• Thursday, 5/18: Field Trip to Museum of Tolerance (10th grade)
• Wednesday, 5/24: Career Day (11th & 12th Grade)
• Thursday, 5/25: Senior Awards Night @ 5pm (by invitation only)
• Friday, 5/26: Last Day to Submit Work Required for Graduation
• Thursday, 6/8: DVC Class of 2023 Graduation (1pm start time)
• Summer School Dates (for credit recovery): Session 1: June 13-June 30 Session 2: July 11-July 27

DVC Weekly Schedules Year 10 (2022-2023) & DVC Year 10 Planning Calendar (2022-2023)

Happy Tuesday Class of 2024!

Individual College and Career Junior parent meetings will run from April 10th -May 19th. Every Junior is required to set up a meeting with me and at least one parent needs to be present. This meeting can be in person or via Zoom. We will cover next year’s plans including the college process, career selection, post-high school plans, etc. Please sign up for a day and time by next Friday, April 21st.  These meetings can also be done in Spanish if needed.

Here is the link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4DADAB29A3FBCF8-individual1

Any questions/concerns please email me: maldrete@davincischools.org

Ms. Aldrete

College and Career Counselor

We had a great week back from spring break, and our 10th graders enjoyed a terrific trip to Cal State Fullerton & El Camino College. We are happy to support our students in thinking about life after high school. We are also especially proud of the DVC photography students who have an exhibit on display at the El Segundo Public Library until May 13th. If you didn’t get the chance to attend the opening reception this past Thursday, you still have time to check it out! Please read below for more updates and opportunities:

• State Testing  (11th Grade): Our 11th grade students continue state testing next week. The testing will be done during their classes, with minimal disruption to the daily schedule. These are the remaining weeks for the 11th grade state testing:
  • California Science Test: Week of 4/17 during Biology classes
  • California Math Test: Week of 5/1 during US History classes

• Rock Around the Block: Wiseburn Education Foundation’s Rock Around the Block is April 29th from 9:30am – 2:30pm! Get a jump ahead by purchasing your food and tickets for the day. While you are planning your day, please consider volunteering for a shift. There is something for everyone! We all know that volunteers help an event run smoothly and we all want to ensure the best possible day for everyone. The links to presale tickets and volunteer sign-up can be found at www.bit.ly/WEF2023RAB.

• Information Meeting Regarding Da Vinci Extension: On Thursday, 4/20 at 6:30pm in the Black Box Theater on campus, there will be an information session for 12th grade families regarding the opportunity to pursue college through Da Vinci. Click here for more info.

• Youth Board Representative (Del Aire Neighborhood): The Del Aire Neighborhood Association (DNA)  is looking for 1-2 high-school student leaders who want to serve as YOUTH BOARD REPRESENTATIVES who can help the organization grow, plan community events, and advocate for neighborhood improvements like the Greenway! You can find the application here – apply by April 19th.

• Johnstone Scholarship Application: The 5th annual Johnstone Scholarship application is now open and ready for Da Vinci seniors to apply!  Applications are due Thursday April 28th by midnight. The application link is bit.ly/JohnstoneScholarship2023

Here’s a list of what’s coming up:

• Monday, 4/17 – Friday, 4/21: California Science Test – CAST during Biology Classes (11th grade)
• Wednesday, 4/19: College Field Trip to Cal Poly Pomona & Loyola Marymount University (11th grade)
• Friday, 4/21 – Tuesday, 4/25: DECA International Career Development Conference (Orlando, Florida)
• Wednesday, 4/26: Field Trip to Homeboy Industries & Olvera Street (Ethnic Studies Class)
• Wednesday, 4/26: Computer Science Senior Project Showcase (12th grade)
• Friday, 4/28: Field Trip to El Camino College (12th grade)
• Friday, 4/28: Field Trip to NACAC College Fair (11th grade)
• Monday, 5/1 – Thursday, 5/4: Mathematics CAASPP Testing during US History Classes (11th grade)
• Tuesday, 5/2: Field Trip to 72andSunny (12th grade- Marketing)
• Wednesday, 5/3: Field Trip to Moonwater Farms (Environmental Science Class)
• Friday, 5/5: No School Professional Development Day
• Friday, 5/5: Da Vinci Schools Prom @ The Proud Bird
• Thursday, 6/8: DVC Class of 2023 Graduation (1pm start time)
• Summer School Dates (for credit recovery): Session 1: June 13-June 30 Session 2: July 11-July 27
• DVC Weekly Schedules Year 10 (2022-2023) & DVC Year 10 Planning Calendar (2022-2023)

The 5^th annual Johnstone Scholarship application is now open and ready for Da Vinci seniors to apply!   Through the Wiseburn Education Foundation, Dr. Tom and Terry Johnstone have established a scholarship to help five Da Vinci seniors (one from each school site) get a little head start with their freshman year of college. Dr. Johnstone was the superintendent in Wiseburn for many years and played a significant role in envisioning and actualizing the high school.  With his support, Wiseburn Education Foundation is honored to be able to offer scholarships to high school seniors.

Applications are due Thursday April 28th, by midnight. The application link is below.

bit.ly/JohnstoneScholarship2023