Archive for January 31, 2025

Week 21 Preview

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Greetings Designers and Design Families,

This week was Neurodiversity Celebration week at DVD! Throughout the week, students participated in fun and engaging activities designed to celebrate our unique differences. We also unveiled a permanent sensory wall installation created by students which serves as a powerful reminder of disability awareness. We ended the week with a Community Dialogue celebration, with all-stars and games, too. See more pictures below!

Here is the Bell Schedule for Week 21:

The final Da Vinci Schools “FAFSA Fridays Workshop Series” is on Feb. 7th. You can register here for the upcoming workshop. Participants should register for ONE workshop as all workshops will cover the same material. Click here for more information, flyer, and QR sign-up.

Upcoming Events and Key Dates:

  • Mon, Feb. 3rd & Tues, Feb. 4th: 9th Grade Physical Fitness Testing
  • Wed, Feb. 5th: Coffee w/ Admin
    • All DVD parents and guardians welcome! Join for brief school updates and open Q&A with the DVD admin team.
    • 8am or 5pm, via Zoom
    • Agenda: 1) Campus Updates & Highlights, 2) Upcoming Calendar Events, 3) Staff and Student Survey Feedback, 4) Q&A
    • Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/8331212069
  • Fri, Feb. 7th: NO SCHOOL – STAFF DEVELOPMENT
    • Fri, Feb. 7th is also the All-Schools Winter Dance!
  • Mon, Feb. 10th: Community Learning Day (CLD) #3
  • Tues, Feb. 11th: Parent Advisory Committee #4
    • 5pm via Zoom
    • Agenda: 1) Welcome, Introductions and Public Comment, 2) School Safety Plan Review, 3) WASC Updates & Visit Preparations, 4) LCAP: Goal 2 Review
    • Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/8331212069
  • Fri, Feb. 14th: Progress Reports Mailed Home
  • Mon, Feb. 17th: NO SCHOOL – Presidents’ Day Holiday

Week 20 Campus Highlight: Neurodiversity Celebration Week

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El Camino Spring 2025 Dual Enrollment

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Hello DVD Juniors and Seniors,

This upcoming Spring semester, Da Vinci Schools is offering three dual enrollment courses.

 

COMS 100- Public Speaking

 

(Online)

 BUS 101- Introduction to Business

 

(Asynchronous, Online)

 HDEV 110

(Asynchronous, online)
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

*meets graduation requirements at most CSUs

Start Date: February 18th, 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: February 18th, 2024

 This course provides an exploration of cognitive, psychological, social and physical factors influencing success.
Topics include personal responsibility, critical thinking, motivation, self-efficacy, lifelong learning, health and
wellness, and interpersonal communication in a diverse world. Students will identify and utilize strategies and
resources for success in college, careers, and life.3 units;Transfer CSU, UC 

 

Start Date: February 18th, 2024

Who: Juniors and Seniors from DVC, DVD, and DVS. Based on academic performance and review.  10th grade students will need El Camino dean approval (this means students will need to email the dept. dean at El Camino directly before submitting the dual enrollment form – please see Miss Pam for directions).

What: College courses at Da Vinci Schools, through El Camino College. Courses meet transfer requirements for most Cal State and UC campuses, as well as most private colleges and universities.

Why: Get a start on your college credits! It looks great on your college applications.

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).

To be eligible to take a dual enrollment class, the student will need to pass all their academic classes from first semester, have no credit recovery for A-G classes, and be a junior or senior student. Space is limited and we are accepting forms on a first come first serve basis!

For more information click on the following links:

Applying to El Camino College

Application for Admission Help

Dual Enrollment Application

Please complete application and dual enrollment forms to your counselor ASAP as the Spring term is starting soon!

Thank you,

DVD Counselors

Posted in Grade 12

Spring Dance on Feb. 7th – Tickets Available Now!

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Get Ready to Dance at “The Cupid Shuffle” – DV’s Spring Dance!

Da Vinci is excited to host “The Cupid Shuffle”—this year’s Spring Dance—on Friday, February 7th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with a sensory-friendly hour from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Ticket Information:

  • Presale: $25 (available through MySchoolBucks)
  • Deadline for Online Purchase: Thursday, February 6th, at 11:59 PM
  • At-the-Door Price: $30 (Friday, February 7th)

Event Details:

  • When: Friday, February 7th
  • Where: Da Vinci West Plaza
  • Dress Code: Semi-formal (dress up a little, but keep it comfortable!)
  • Who Can Attend: Only currently enrolled Da Vinci students (grades 9-12) – no outside guests permitted

Don’t miss out on a fun-filled night of music, dancing, and memories! Get your tickets early to save, and we’ll see you on the dance floor! [Check out the event flyer here.]

Note: We are using MySchoolBucks for the purchase of dance tickets and other school activities. Here are some resources you can use to set up your account, if you’ve never used it:

Posted in 09 Grade, 10 Grade, 11 Grade, 12 Grade, Events, Student Life

Week 20 Preview: Neurodiversity Celebration Week!

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Greetings Designers and Design Families,

We ended out week at DVD by recognizing a stellar group of students at our second annual POL Excellence Awards Breakfast in the Black Box Theater. At this event, students who were nominated for exceptional performances on their Fall 2024 Presentations of Learning got to do a “victory lap” presentation in a TedTalk-style format for families, friends and staff. Students presented game concepts, debate speeches, non-fiction stories, and so much more. Congrats again to our POL Excellence Awards Winners! See more pictures below!

Get ready—Neurodiversity Celebration Week is almost here!

Next week, we’re diving into an exciting celebration of how unique and diverse our brains can be. Neurodiversity is a concept that means that everyone’s brain works in its own special way, and there’s no ONE correct way to think, learn, or experience the world. We’re celebrating all the different ways people experience life, with a focus on understanding disabilities like ADHD, autism, dyslexia, Tourette Syndrome, and more.

Throughout the week, students will have the opportunity to participate in fun and engaging activities designed to celebrate these differences! We’re also excited to introduce a permanent sensory wall installation created by students, and a designated quiet space for use during passing periods. These new offerings were designed to honor the different ways people process the world around them, helping students find peace and relief amidst the hustle and bustle of school when they need it.

The Neurodiversity Student Committee has been working tirelessly since the start of the school year to bring this exciting and meaningful week to life. They’re thrilled to offer these amazing opportunities to encourage everyone to learn, grow, and celebrate the unique strengths we all bring to the table!

 

Here is the Bell Schedule for Week 20:

The final Da Vinci Schools “FAFSA Fridays Workshop Series” is on Feb. 7th. You can register here for the upcoming workshop. Participants should register for ONE workshop as all workshops will cover the same material. Click here for more information, flyer, and QR sign-up.

Upcoming Events and Key Dates:

  • Mon, Jan. 27th – Fri, Jan 31st: Neurodiversity Celebration Week!
  • Mon, Feb. 3rd & Tues, Feb. 4th: 9th Grade Physical Fitness Testing
  • Fri, Feb. 7th: NO SCHOOL – STAFF DEVELOPMENT
    • Fri, Feb. 7th is also the All-Schools Winter Dance!
  • Mon, Feb. 10th: Community Learning Day (CLD) #3
  • Fri, Feb. 14th: Progress Reports Mailed Home
  • Mon, Feb. 17th: NO SCHOOL – Presidents’ Day Holiday

Week 19 Campus Highlight: POL Excellence Awards (Jan 2025)

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Spring 2025: 9th Grade Parent/Guardian Community Group

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Dear 9th Grade Parents and Guardians,

 

Please join us for the first session of the semester of the 9th parent/guardian community group.

 

This series of meetings is specifically intended for 9th grade parents/guardians at DVD! No prior attendance is required! All are welcome to join!

 

We hope to see you there!

Posted in Grade 12

Week 19 Preview

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Greetings Designers and Design Families,

We want to start this week with a heartfelt “thank you” to our families, students, staff and community for the outpouring of support this week for those affected by the LA County fires. Thanks to DV community efforts, in collaboration with Pass it Forward and numerous community groups, over 2000 meals have been donated to firefighters, wildfire victims, volunteers and more.

If you are a DVD family who has been personally affected by the fires or high winds, please reach out to Principal Stoll, your counselor, or DVD Front Office as soon as possible so that we can offer support and resources. The health and safety of our students is our top priority. If you or someone you know is in need of resources at this time, please feel free to share this resource list. 

Last week, Da Vinci Design hosted its annual Alumni Winter Mixer event. This event, coordinated by counselor and alumni liaison Pam Baker, is always a special event where we get to reconnect with our Da Vinci Design graduates with lunch, a panel discussion, and lots of mingling. This year, we also had representatives from the CA State Treasurers Office present to tell students about the CALKids scholarship. See photos from the event below.

This week, students signed up for seminar classes. We begin seminars (Period 7 and 8) next week. Students will receive their new schedules on Tuesday, 1/21 to confirm their new seminars. If a student would like to request a seminar change, they can do so through their counselor or the front office by asking for a “seminar change request form”. The last day to have a seminar change request considered is Friday, January 24th.

Da Vinci Schools “FAFSA Fridays Workshop Series” continues with a workshop TODAY, Friday, January 17th from 6:00pm-7:30pm at Da Vinci Communications (DVC) in Room 3203. You can register here for upcoming workshops; the next workshop is on Feb. 7th. Participants should register for ONE workshop as all workshops will cover the same material. Click here for more information, flyer, and QR sign-up.

Next week is a special schedule while we prepare to enroll seminar classes. Here is the Bell Schedule for Week 19:

Upcoming Events and Key Dates:

  • Mon, Jan. 20th: NO SCHOOL – MLK Jr. Holiday
  • Tues, Jan. 21st: Seminars (period 7 & 8) begin
  • Tues, Jan. 21st: Parent Advisory Committee #3
    • 5pm via Zoom
    • Agenda: 1) Welcome, Introductions and Public Comment, 2) School Safety Plan Review. pt. 2, 3) WASC Introduction & Report Summary, 4) LCAP Goal #1 Review
    • Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/8331212069
  • Mon, Feb. 3rd & Tues, Feb. 4th: 9th Grade Physical Fitness Testing
  • Fri, Feb. 7th: NO SCHOOL – STAFF DEVELOPMENT
    • Fri, Feb. 7th is also the All-Schools Winter Dance!

Campus Highlight: Winter 2025 DVD Alumni Mixer Event

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Black College Expo – February 1st 2025

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Hello Seniors!

The Black College Expo is back, February 1, 2025!  NEW LOCATION – SoFi Stadium.  This is your chance to speak with over 200 HBCU college reps.  College acceptances on the spot so bring multiple copies of your transcript.

Come and experience the Battle of the Bands – an HBCU college tradition!  Click on flyer below for more information!

 

Posted in Grade 12

Rivet School virtual information session

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Rivet School invites you to join our virtual information session on Wednesday, January 22nd at 6:00 pm.

In partnership with Da Vinci Schools, our Rivet School Bridge Program offers a supportive and free college and career experience. Da Vinci Seniors who choose to pursue their bachelor’s degree through Rivet School will enroll at no cost to the student or their family.

Why Rivet School?

  • 1:1 Support: We understand the unique needs of students and provide flexibility with structured accountability.

 

  • Affordable College Pathway: Students partnering with Rivet School through DaVinci Schools enjoy a cost-free college experience.

 

  • Designed for Success: Our program is crafted to guide students seamlessly toward graduation and future career success.

Curious if Rivet School is the right fit for your student? RSVP for our upcoming info session to meet our Rivet School College Coach, and discover more about the program and how it can shape a brighter future for your senior.

Posted in Grade 12

FAFSA Friday Workshop Series

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Hello senior families! A reminder that the “FAFSA Fridays Workshop Series” continues with a workshop THIS, Friday, January 17th from 6:00pm-7:30pm at Da Vinci Communications (DVC) in Room 3203 . Please see flyer below for details.  Please use the QR Code to register or you can register here for upcoming workshops. Participants should register for ONE workshop as all workshops will cover the same material.

 

Posted in 12 Grade, College Counseling, Events, Grade 12

Semester 2 Begins on Monday, Jan. 13th

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Greetings Designers and Design Families,

Hoping this finds all of you safe, well and rested after the holiday break. We are looking forward to seeing you all back on campus next week. Second semester at Da Vinci Design starts on Monday, January 13th.

From: DV Central Office
Important Information on Indoor Air Filtration Systems

As the devastating fires continue to impact L.A. County and our region, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thoughts to everyone who has suffered immense loss and to express our deep gratitude to the brave first responders. Please know that our hearts are with you during this difficult time. The following blog post includes resources to support those affected by the wildfires as well as preparedness resources.

We look forward to welcoming our students back to our campuses beginning on Monday, Jan. 13. All Da Vinci schools remain open, but should circumstances change, we will notify families and staff immediately.

A complete message from Da Vinci Schools was sent to all families earlier today; more information can be found in the message sent, or the blog post above.

If you are a DVD family who has been personally affected by the fires or high winds, please reach out to Principal Stoll, your counselor, or DVD Front Office as soon as possible so that we can offer support and resources. The health and safety of our students is our top priority. If you or someone you know is in need of resources at this time, please feel free to share this resource list. 

Next week is a special schedule while we prepare to enroll seminar classes. Here is the Bell Schedule for Week 18:

Semester 2 Seminar Sign-Ups:
Students will see a full list of seminars available on during Advisory on Monday. We will be signing students up for second semester seminars Wednesday, 1/15 – Friday, 1/17:

  • Wed, 1/15 during Flex Block (8:40am-9:25am): 12th grade Seminar Sign-Ups
  • Thurs, 1/16 during Flex Block (8:40am-9:25am): 11th & 10th grade Seminar Sign-Ups
  • Fri, 1/17 during English 9 (P1 + P5): 9th grade Seminar Sign-Ups

Upcoming Events and Key Dates:

  • Mon, Jan. 13th: First Day of Semester Two
  • Wed, 1/15 – Fri, 1/17: Seminar Sign Ups
  • Mon, Jan. 20th: NO SCHOOL – MLK Jr. Holiday
  • Tues, Jan. 21st: Parent Advisory Committee #3
    • 5pm via Zoom
    • Agenda: 1) Welcome, Introductions and Public Comment, 2) School Safety Plan Review. pt. 2, 3) WASC Introduction & Report Summary, 4) LCAP Goal #1 Review
    • Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/8331212069
  • Mon, Feb. 3rd & Tues, Feb. 4th: 9th Grade Physical Fitness Testing
  • Fri, Feb. 7th: NO SCHOOL – STAFF DEVELOPMENT
    • Fri, Feb. 7th is also the All-Schools Winter Dance!
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