Archive for April 28, 2023

Week 33 Preview: Testing Week

Greetings Designers and Design Families!

As we approach the end of the school year, it is an important time to be able to get the best understanding of our students’ learning and achievement so that we can start planning supports and curriculum for next year. Some important tools for assessing our students are MAP growth testing and CAASPP state testing. We begin testing next week for 9th-11th grades.

National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 8-12th. Stay tuned for more information coming out soon for how to celebrate our teachers! If you are interested in coordinating or helping out with providing breakfast and treats for staff this week, please reach out to Nicole Tafoya know at ntafoya@davincischools.org.

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. Students can expect mastery grades to be updated by teachers on Monday, 5/8. You can check grades on Canvas or PowerSchool, whichever is easiest for you. If you notice any discrepancies, please let the teacher know.

A message from the Wiseburn Education Foundation (WEF): Wiseburn Education Foundation’s Rock Around the Block is TOMORROW on April 29th at Dana Middle School. Did you know that WEF runs a Rock Around the Block silent auction, which is live right now? You can log on to WEF’s auction website at bit.ly/RABAuction2023 to view and bid on items such as restaurant gift cards, summer camps, museum tickets, and more! You also will not want to miss the “School Packages” category, which has items such as front-row seats for graduations and end-of-the-year concerts, principal for a day, and special experiences with your student’s favorite teachers. Bidding on items in this auction is an easy way to support WEF, because 100% of winning bids will go right back to our schools, teachers, and students. The auction ends on Saturday, April 29th at 9pm, so don’t miss out!

See the Week 33 Bell Schedule here:

Key Dates and Upcoming Events:

  • Monday, May 1st: 10th Grade College Field Trip
  • Mon, May 1st – Tues, May 2nd:
    • 11th Grade CAASPP (ELA)
    • 10th Grade MAP testing (Tuesday Only)
    • 9th Grade MAP testing
  • Wednesday, May 3rd 5pm-6:30pm: School Site Council #5 / Parent Advisory Council
    • ZOOM Link: https://zoom.us/j/94882696159
    • Agenda: 1) LCAP Review and Parent Feedback
    • All are welcome – please email Mr. Stoll for pre-meeting information
  • Friday, May 5th: NO SCHOOL (Staff Development) + PROM NIGHT
  • Wed, May 10th – Thurs, May 11th:
    • 11th Grade CAASPP (Math)
    • 10th Grade MAP testing
    • 9th Grade MAP testing
  • Thursday, May 25th: Senior Showcase (A DVD Senior Project Exhibition)
  • Monday, May 29th: NO SCHOOL (Memorial Day Holiday)
  • Friday, June 2nd: Senior Grad Nite (@ Disneyland)
  • Tues, May 30th – Tues, June 6th: Presentations of Learning (Minimum Days)
  • Wednesday, June 7th: Last Day of School! (Minimum Day)
  • Thursday, June 8th: DVD Graduation Commencement Ceremony
    • Time/Location: 9am at 201 N. Douglas St Campus

TIME SENSITIVE: Snap Lens Lab @ Otis College – Summer Scholarship

For a second year, Otis College of Art and Design and Snap are partnering on Snap Lens Lab @ Otis College, a groundbreaking two-week, fully funded, Augmented Reality (AR) workshop. Otis and Snap are teaming up to bring high school students in LA County from underserved communities an exciting hands-on learning lab, giving them the chance to combine the power of AR, 2D and 3D industry-standard design tools, and their own creativity to develop dynamic interactive experiences. Students will also connect with industry professionals to learn about potential careers in art and design that focus on these new technologies.

FIND OUT MORE TONIGHT! A Virtual Info Session on Zoom is being held on Tuesday, April 25th from 6:00 – 7:15 p.m. PDT. Interested students, their families, art educators, and counselors are invited to join our team, including a representative from Snap, Otis College faculty, and me, to learn program details and ask questions. RSVP here.

Quick Facts 

  • This Snap x Otis program is geared toward high school students in LA County from underserved communities, and 15 full scholarships are available.
  • Snap Lens Lab @ Otis College runs Monday through Friday, July 17th-28th, 2023 from 9am-4pm.
  • This simple application is due on May 15, so don’t delay! No portfolio required, but be sure to think thoughtfully about the questions, so we get a true sense of the student. Students can submit their application to be considered here.
  • No prior experience or skills are required to participate in this program!

More information about the program can be found at: https://www.otis.edu/snap-lens-lab-otis-college

Have questions? Please contact Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.

Click here to see other Real World Learning opportunities.

Week 32 Preview & End-of-Year Key Dates

Greetings Designers and Design Families!

This week, both 11th and 12th grade students had fun and informative opportunities to be off campus! Our 11th graders go to go on college field trips to local universities like Pepperdine, LMU and OTIS. And, our 12th graders had the chance today to go on the annual Senior Beach Day field trip.

Senior families: Senior Activities are upon us! See the important dates below for Prom, Senior Grad Nite, and Graduation. For more details, look for the Senior Activities 2023 page in the “Resources” bar found on the right side of the blog.

As we approach the end of the school year, it is an important time to be able to get the best understanding of our students’ learning and achievement so that we can start planning supports and curriculum for next year. Some important tools for assessing our students are MAP growth testing and CAASPP state testing. Stay tuned for details on these important assessments, and see dates below. Thank you for helping to ensure that students are in attendance and prepared to do their best for testing on these days.

See the Week 32 Bell Schedule here:

Key Dates and Upcoming Events:

  • Monday, May 1st: 10th Grade College Field Trip
  • Mon, May 1st – Tues, May 2nd:
    • 11th Grade CAASPP (ELA)
    • 10th Grade MAP testing (Tuesday Only)
    • 9th Grade MAP testing
  • Friday, May 5th: NO SCHOOL (Staff Development) + PROM NIGHT
  • Wed, May 10th – Thurs, May 11th:
    • 11th Grade CAASPP (Math)
    • 10th Grade MAP testing
    • 9th Grade MAP testing
  • Thursday, May 25th: Senior Showcase (A DVD Senior Project Exhibition)
  • Monday, May 29th: NO SCHOOL (Memorial Day Holiday)
  • Friday, June 2nd: Senior Grad Nite (@ Disneyland)
  • Tues, May 30th – Tues, June 6th: Presentations of Learning (Minimum Days)
  • Wednesday, June 7th: Last Day of School! (Minimum Day)
  • Thursday, June 8th: DVD Graduation Commencement Ceremony
    • Time/Location: 9am at 201 N. Douglas St Campus

LADWP Women’s Career & Wellness Expo – Saturday, May 6, 2023

LADWP Women’s Career & Wellness Expo

When: Saturday, May 6, 2023
10am to 2pm

Where: LADWP Truesdale Training Center
11760 Truesdale Street,
Sun Valley, CA 91352

At LADWP, we embrace diversity, support wellness,
and offer you the chance to live out your values in the
workplace. Come and learn about where a career with
LADWP can take you, and much more.

At the Expo, you’ll have access to:

  • Information about skilled craft and professional
    careers in construction, electrical, engineering,
    fleet, IT, facilities, security, and water
  • Demos and hands-on activities
  • Exercise workouts, meal prep demos
    and healthcare info
  • Free food and beverages
  • Free giveaways

Week 31 Preview & Exhibition Night Highlights

Greetings Designers and Design Families,

Welcome back from Spring Break! We are headed into the home stretch of the school year and we’ve got lots to look forward to! College field trips for 10th and 11th grade students, Senior Beach day, and Prom!

This week, our campus highlight is our Spring Exhibition! On March 28th, before Spring Break, we had an AWESOME Exhibition Night with work displayed from 9th, 10th, and 11th grade. See photos below!

Week 31 Bell Schedule:

Key Dates and Upcoming Events:

  • Thursday, April 20th: 11th Grade College Field Trip
  • Friday, April 21st: Senior Beach Day
  • Monday, May 1st: 10th Grade College Field Trip
  • Friday, May 5th: NO SCHOOL (Staff Development) + PROM NIGHT

Campus Highlight: Spring Exhibition 2023:

Da Vinci Extension Information Session – Thursday, April 20 at 6:30PM

Dear Da Vinci 12th Grade Families,

We wish to invite you to an information session next week to learn more about changes to our Da Vinci Extension (DVX) program and an exciting new partnership with Rivet School.

As many of you know, DVX has evolved considerably since it was established in 2015. Each year, we’ve iterated programming based on a variety of factors, but always with students at the center of our decision making. Over the last few months, we have been actively exploring what the next evolution of our DVX program should be. After much discussion and engagement at all levels, from teachers and staff to counselors and leadership, we have decided to focus our efforts on a more streamlined, single program offering with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) and our new partners at Rivet School. Click here for more info.

WEF’s Annual Rock Around the Block – April 29th

Mark your calendars for April 29th, 9:30am-2:30pm, because WEF’s Rock Around the Block is almost here! Get a jump on our community’s most anticipated event by already 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!

This is a family event to fundraise for arts education, healthy lifestyle programs, teacher grants, and STEM activities in the Wiseburn Unified School District. This fun-filled day includes amusement rides, games, giveaways, a silent auction, prize booths, and musical performances by the Wiseburn and Da Vinci music programs. The link to presale tickets and food can be found here here.

For more information, contact Michelle Legaspi, Community Relations of Wiseburn Education Foundation, at michelle@wiseburnedfoundation.org.

Become a Youth Board Representative for The Del Aire Neighborhood Association – Apply by 4/19!

Future Youth Leaders,

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.

Application requirements:

  • Must be a Del Aire resident
  • Must be able to commit to serving for 2 years. (so, ideally, incoming  freshmen,  sophomores and Juniors should apply.

This is a great opportunity for students to participate on the Board and provide a forum to learn about local government and help shape the community.

For more information, please contact Jessica Nolan Daugherty, President of the Del Aire Neighborhood Association at 714-390-6301.

Free Group Tennis Lessons – Limited Spots!

Free Tennis Lessons

 

Interested in a fun after school activity? The Da Vinci Tennis Club is offering free group tennis lessons with a professional coach to ten students! Lessons will be every Monday from May 1 to June 5 except Memorial Day. We’ll provide tennis racquets and balls, come ready to play. Email dvwolvestennis@gmail.com to sign up!

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