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DVC 12th Grade Parent Night- 9/13

September 11, 2023 by Monique Aldrete

Good afternoon 12th Grade Families,

 

DVC will be hosting an in-person 12th grade parent night this Wednesday, September 13th from 5:30 pm-6:30 pm in the Black Box. Ms. Thomas, Mr. Jackson and Mrs. Aldrete will give an overview of the College and Career process for the Class of 2024. Topics covered during this presentation will be anything from how students solidify their college list, go over the college application process, FAFSA/CSS Profile and its changes, dispel any misconceptions about financial aid and so much more!

We ask that any parent planning to attend RSVP by the end of today, September 11th. You can RSVP by clicking this link.

 

We hope to see you there!

The College and Career Readiness Team

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Announcements From Real World Learning Director (9.11.2023)

September 11, 2023 by Emily Shapiro

Interested in a career pathway into the creative industry? The International Eye LA has opened applications for the Los Angeles Creative Industry Academy (LACIA). They are seeking 6 fellows for their 2023 Youth Producer & Director Fellowship Program Sept. 20 – Oct. 25.

LACIA exposes emerging culture bearers, producers, and creatives from diverse and underserved communities to training, skills and connections necessary to enter high paying careers in the creative industries. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and will receive a $1000 stipend upon completion of the program. Click here to apply. Students are encouraged to submit applications by September 15th.

For more information, please contact Ms. Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.

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College & Career Rep Visits This Week (9/11-9/14)

September 10, 2023 by Monique Aldrete

Happy Sunday DVC,

Here are the list of college/career reps that will be visiting DVC during lunch this upcoming week:

  • Wednesday, September 13th @ 11:45 am: Emily Green RN, PhD (Da Vinci Schools Director of Health Services)
  • Thursday, September 14th @ 11:45 am: University of Redlands

All college rep visits will take place in Mr. Jackson’s room (3203), no sign-ups are required to attend. Students are able to grab lunch after the presentation as I will give out excuse slips to extend their lunch time.

DVC Students of all grade levels (9-12) can attend these rep visits.

 

If you have any more questions, please feel free to email me or stop by my office,

Ms. Aldrete

maldrete@davincischools.org

College & Career Counselor

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Student Board Member Application

September 9, 2023 by Erin D'Souza

 

11th and 12th grade students interested in applying to be a Da Vinci Schools Student Board Member or Da Vinci Schools Student Board Coordinator should apply by Friday, September 15th at this link: Student Board Member Application

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Week 5 Schedule

September 9, 2023 by Erin D'Souza

Happy Saturday, DVC Families!

We finished off Friday afternoon with a terrific Club Fair where we students were able to check out which of the 40 DVC student-led clubs they’d like to join! Check out this list of offerings: List of DVC Student-Led Clubs 2023-2024 

Spirit Week: Next week is also a short week, with no school on Friday, 9/15 due to Staff Professional Development. We have our first “CD” (i.e. school-wide assembly) on Thursday, 9/14 and we are getting excited for it with our first Spirit Week of the year! We look forward to lots of staff and student participation. Here are the themes:

  • Monday, 9/11: Match Monday (either twin with someone or rhyme with someone)
  • Tuesday, 9/12: Tired Tuesday (wear your pajamas to school)
  • Wednesday, 9/13: West Coast vs. Wild West (dress beach vs. western)
  • Thursday, 9/14: Barbie Day (wear PINK)

BTSN Follow Up: We had a great turnout at Back to School Night; thank you for coming! Please review these slides and let us know what you thought about the event at this link. 

Canvas Access: Parents and guardians are able to see student grades and assignments on Canvas, our Learning Management Platform. Please use these resources to create your account and link to your child’s account: Da Vinci Canvas: Parent/Guardian Accounts How-To Website 

12th Grade Parent Night: Please plan to join us in the Black Box Theater on Wednesday, September 13th for a 12th Grade Parent Night from 5:30 – 6:30pm presented by our counseling team, Ms. Monique Aldrete and Ms. Artia Thomas, and our College & Career Readiness Teacher, Mr. Christopher Jackson. There will be lots of great information for senior parents at this meeting! 

Here’s what’s coming up:

  • Wednesday, 9/13: 12th Grade Parent Night in Black Box Theater @ 5:30pm
  • Thursday, 9/14: First Schoolwide CD (School Assembly)
  • Friday, 9/15: No School – Professional Development Day
  • Saturday, 9/16: Latino College Expo
  • Monday, 10/2 – Friday, 10/6: Student-Led Conferences (SLCs)

Bookmark these links:

  • DVC Monthly Calendar: tinyurl.com/DVCcalendar23-24
  • DVC Weekly Schedules: tinyurl.com/weekly-schedules23-24
  • Canvas Login Page: http://davincischools.instructure.com
  • Canvas Help Website:   tinyurl.com/dv-parent-canvas-help

Wishing you a great weekend,

Erin D’Souza, Principal

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