Good morning Juniors and Seniors,
Welcome back! This Spring semester, Da Vinci is offering 3 dual enrollment courses. 2 of these courses are asynchronous online, and 1 is in-person at our Da Vinci Schools Campus (Room # TBD) on Mondays & Wednesdays from 3:00 pm- 4:25 pm. Course details are listed below:
| COMS 100- Public Speaking
(Asynchronous, Online) |
BUS 101- Introduction to Business
(Asynchronous, Online) |
FILM 110- Film Appreciation
(Synchronous, In-Person) |
| In this course, students will compose, present, and evaluate original speeches. Emphasis is placed on audience analysis, topic selection, research, evidence, organization, delivery, and critical analysis of persuasive communication. Students are required to attend out-of-class speaking events.
3 units Transfer CSU, UC Start Date: Monday, February 12th, 2024 |
This course is a survey of organization and management factors influencing the establishment, location, and operation of businesses. This course emphasizes the functional area of accounting as well as the legal framework within which business activities are conducted. The course also emphasizes the principles of Total Quality Management (TQM) in a multicultural and globalized environment.
3 units Transfer CSU, UC Start Date: Monday, February 12th, 2024 |
In this course, students will investigate the origins and aesthetics of cinema including the classic Hollywood narrative film and its alternatives. By analyzing representative films as unique cultural products, the student will be introduced to various methods of interpreting and evaluating motion pictures within their socio-political context.
3 units; 2.5 hour lecture Transfer CSU, UC Tuesdays/Thursdays 3:00-4:25 Start Date: Tuesday, February 13th, 2024 |
Who: Juniors and Seniors from DVC, DVD, and DVS. Based on academic performance and review, 10th grade students are able to take COMS 100. Check with your school counselor to see if you’re eligible.
What: College courses at Da Vinci, through El Camino College. Courses meet transfer requirements for most Cal State and U.C. campuses, as well as most private colleges and universities.
Why: Get a start on your college credits! It looks great on your college applications. (Dual Enrollment classes do not count towards high school credits)
Cost: Free! The state of California and Da Vinci Schools pick up the costs, including textbook fees. Donations to help cover the cost of the textbooks from families that can are appreciated.
Where: Classes will be held virtually on the El Camino College student portal (Canvas & MyECC), or they will be in-person in a DVC/DVD/DVS classroom.
If you are interested, make sure you apply to El Camino College Spring 2024 term and turn in the attached completed dual enrollment form with your student ID number and/or the application confirmation number to Ms. Aldrete by Friday, February 2nd, 2024.
To be eligible to take a dual enrollment class, the student will need to pass all their academic classes, have no credit recovery for a-g classes, and be a rising senior or junior student. Space is limited and we are accepting forms on a first come first serve basis!
If interested in signing up for the following classes, please schedule an appointment with Ms. Aldrete via Calendly before 1/25/24 in order to submit the Spring 2024 application on time:
https://calendly.com/aldretedvc
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For more information click on the following links:
Application for Admission Help
Best,
Ms. Aldrete
College and Career Counselor