Da Vinci Design

Design Family!

Welcome to the last full week of school. Please see the schedule below. Monday is an all-classes schedule with dismissal at 3:45pm. POLs start Tuesday with dismissal starting at 1:45pm.

End of Semester Announcements:

• PowerSchool and Canvas access for students/parents will be blocked starting 6/2 to finalize semester grades. The last day for students to check grades before seeing a final grade on report cards will be on Monday, June 1st.
• Report cards are mailed home on Friday, June 12th.
• POLs give students the opportunity to develop their speaking and presentation skills and are an opportunity for students to reflect publicly on their learning. Because these are formal presentations, students are expected to wear professional attire. Any student with questions or needs regarding professional attire should speak to their counselor ASAP. POLs start this week on Tuesday.

Upcoming Events and Key Dates:

• Mon, June 1st- Last Day of Classes before POLs
• Tues, June 2nd – Tues, June 9th: Presentations of Learning (POLs) – MINIMUM DAYS
• Thurs, June 4th- 5:30pm-7:30pm: Senior Showcase
• Fri, June 5th- Grad Night Disneyland and California Adventure
• Wed, June 10th- Last Day of Semester 2 – MINIMUM DAY
• Thurs, June 11th- DVD Graduation Ceremony at 9am

This Thursday June 4th “Night Under the Stars” Come see the Senior Project Gallery!

• These are for the ongoing Free SAT/ACT Practice Tests (+ Seminars) and College Essay workshops over the summer and this fall, which ALL DV students are welcome to attend! They take place in Hermosa but also have Zoom options for any students who don’t want to drive –  just RSVP at pjtestprep.com/rsvp

Happy Week 36 Designers!

Reminder: No School Tomorrow for Memorial Day!

Please see the schedule for this week. Please keep in mind we are moving to Flex Schedule to get you ready for your POLs!

Upcoming Events and Key Dates:

• Mon, May 25th: NO SCHOOL – Memorial Day Holiday
• Tues, May 26th: DVD Pathway Presentations
• Tues, May 26th: Diplomat for a Day School Visit & British Consulate Visit
• Wed, May 27th: Senior Project POLs begin
• Wed, May 27th: 9th Grade Awards Night
• Tues, 6/2 – Tues, 6/09: Presentations of Learning (POLs) – MINIMUM DAYS
• Thurs, 6/4: Senior Showcase
• Wed, June 10th: Last Day of Semester 2 – MINIMUM DAY
• Thurs, June 11th: DVD Graduation Ceremony at 9am

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Design Family!

As we head into Week 35, it is hard to believe we are getting closer and closer to the end of another incredible school year at Da Vinci Design! There is so much happening around campus as we celebrate our students, showcase their hard work, and continue building community together. Here is the schedule for Week 35!

Last week, we had the opportunity to celebrate our seniors during Senior Awards Night. It was a special evening recognizing the accomplishments, growth, and dedication of the Class of 2026. We are so proud of all they have achieved and look forward to celebrating them even more in the weeks ahead. As a friendly reminder, Senior Showcase will take place on Thursday, June 4th. We cannot wait to see our seniors share their projects, passions, and learning with our community.

This week, we are also excited for QSU Spirit Week leading into Friday’s Community Dialogue (CD). We encourage students and staff to participate throughout the week as we continue celebrating community, inclusion, and student voice here at DVD. We are looking forward to another meaningful CD experience led by our students.

Upcoming Events and Key Dates:

• Mon, May 18th: Last week of Seminar Classes (P7 & P8)
• Mon, May 18th: Parent Advisory Committee 5pm Via Zoom
• Mon, May 18th: QSU Spirit Week
• Wed, May 20th: Senior Architecture Field Trip
• Fri, May 22nd: QSU CD
• Mon, May 25th: NO SCHOOL – Memorial Day Holiday
• Tues, 6/2 – Tues, 6/09: Presentations of Learning (POLs) – MINIMUM DAYS
• Thurs, 6/4: Senior Showcase
• Wed, June 10th: Last Day of Semester 2 – MINIMUM DAY
• Thurs, June 11th: DVD Graduation Ceremony at 9am

Designers! Here is the schedule for this week!

Welcome to Week 34, Design Families! And we are still celebrating all that was Week 33!

As we wrap up another incredible week at Da Vinci Design, we want to send a huge thank you to everyone who helped make Teacher Appreciation Week so memorable for our staff and community. From thoughtful gestures to moments of celebration throughout the week, we truly appreciate all of the support and kindness shown to our educators. It was also a special week celebrating our seniors during Decision Day and creating meaningful learning experiences through field trips like our Spanish 3 visit to Olvera Street. Below are some highlights from the week as we continue celebrating the experiences, connections, and memories being made across the DVD community!

Senior Decision Day 2026 

This past week, our seniors celebrated Decision Day 2026 in the Black Box. The event was an exciting opportunity for students to proudly share and celebrate their plans for life after high school alongside classmates and staff. Whether students are heading to a four-year university, community college, trade program, military service, or directly into career pathways, we are incredibly proud of the Class of 2026 and all they have accomplished.

The energy in the room reflected the strong sense of community that makes DVD special. Congratulations to our seniors as they continue preparing for graduation and the exciting journeys ahead!

Spanish 3 Visits Olvera Street

Our Spanish 3 students recently had the opportunity to visit Olvera Street as part of their learning experience. Students explored the rich culture, history, food, music, and traditions connected to one of Los Angeles’ most historic locations. Experiences like this help bring classroom learning to life and allow students to connect language and culture in authentic and meaningful ways.

Thank you to our staff for organizing the trip and creating opportunities for students to learn beyond the classroom walls.

Upcoming DVD Events:

Wednesday May 13th: Senior Awards Night 5:30pm-7:00pm

Thursday May 14th: DVD News Pan Dulce Fundraiser

Monday May 18th: PAC Meeting Via Zoom 5:00pm

Monday May 25th: Memorial Day No School

Have a great week! Let’s go, Designers

Design Families!

Join Coffee with Admin this Wednesday May 6th at 5pm for all the latest updates at DVD. Please see the link below!