Archive for January 29, 2026

Introducing: The Da Vinci Family CFO Training Series

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A message from Christopher Jackson, College and Career Readiness Teacher at DV Communications:

I am inviting DV families from all campuses to a FREE, 6-workshop series designed to help you shift from financial stress to financial clarity.

Seats are limited and registration is required. Please see details below and sign up if you are interested and able to attend!

Workshop Details:
Dates: Every 3 weeks, Thursdays from Feb-May 2026
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Location: 201 N. Douglas St. Campus/3rd floor, room 3203 (in-person)
Cost: FREE

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Did you know $3.75 billion in free college aid goes unclaimed every year?
  • Not because families don’t need it.
  • Not because they didn’t save.
  • But because 40% of eligible students never file the FAFSA, often assuming they won’t qualify.
Even families earning over $100,000 frequently qualify for aid. But they never find out because they skip the application entirely.
Meanwhile, 76% of students say financial aid is the #1 factor in choosing which college to attend. Research shows that just $5,000 in additional aid is enough to prompt nearly half of students to switch schools.
That’s not chump change. But most families leave it on the table.
Not because they lack intelligence. Not because they’re lazy.
But because they lack a strategy.
Most families treat college planning like an emergency, scrambling when acceptance letters arrive, reacting to financial aid offers they don’t understand, and hoping it all works out.
But what if you could approach your family’s financial future the way a CFO approaches a business plan?
Strategic. Proactive. In control.
Introducing: The Da Vinci Family CFO Training Series
I invite you to a FREE, 6-workshop series designed to help you shift from financial stress to financial clarity.
Whether you have a kindergartner or a senior, this series will provide you with the frameworks, tools, and confidence to make smarter decisions about retirement, college savings, investing, and long-term wealth.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
  • Workshop 1 (Feb 5): Money Story & CFO Mindset: Identify limiting beliefs and adopt a strategic decision-making framework
  • Workshop 2 (Feb 26): Retirement Planning Essentials: Secure your oxygen mask first (401k, IRA, Roth strategies)
  • Workshop 3 (March 19): 529 Mastery: Maximize tax advantages and avoid costly mistakes
  • Workshop 4 (April 16): Balancing Priorities: Navigate competing goals with the CFO Decision Filter
  • Workshop 5 (May 7): Investment Fundamentals: Demystify investing and match strategies to your timeline
  • Workshop 6 (May 21): Personal Financial Roadmap: Create your customized action plan
Why This Series?
This isn’t theory. This isn’t a sales pitch. This is practical, actionable training you can use immediately.
You’ll walk away with:
  • A clear financial roadmap tailored to your family
  • Confidence to make smarter money decisions
  • Community with other Da Vinci families on the same journey
  • Peace of mind that you’re setting your kids up for success

 

Seats are limited. Register today. Click HERE to secure your spot.

This series is designed for any Da Vinci parent who wants to take control of their family’s financial future, whether you’re just starting to save or already investing.

You don’t need to attend all 6 workshops (though I recommend it for maximum impact). Each one builds on the last, but you can join where it makes sense for your family.

I’ve worked with over 1000 families on college planning, FAFSA strategy, and financial literacy. I’ve seen firsthand how the right information at the right time can save families tens (or hundreds) of thousands of dollars.

My goal? Help 1 million families think like CFOs, starting with ours here at Da Vinci.

Posted in 09 Grade, 10 Grade, 11 Grade, 12 Grade, College Counseling, Events

SAVE THE DATE: 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 spring semester of the 9th parent/guardian community group.

Thursday, 2/5 at 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

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 20 Bell Schedule and Upcoming Events

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Happy Week 20 Designers!

Please see the Bell Schedule below and upcoming Important Dates. Seminars start this week! Period 7 Monday and Wednesday. Period 8 Tuesday and Thursday.

Upcoming Events and Key Dates:

  • Mon, Jan. 26th: Parent Advisory Committee #3
  • Fri, Jan. 30th: Neurodiversity & Leadership CD
  • Wed, Feb. 4th: Coffee With Admin
    • 8am & 5pm via Zoom
  • Fri, Feb. 6th: Professional Development Day (Pupil Free Day)
  • Fri, Feb. 13th: CLD (Community Learning Day)
  • Mon, Feb. 16th: Presidents’ Day (No School)
Posted in Grade 12

Reminder to our Student Athletes

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Reminder to WDV Student Athletes: Regarding Early Dismissal for Games/Meets

We are proud of the commitment you make as student-athletes. Participating in athletics is a privilege and an opportunity to represent yourself, your team, our school, and our organization with pride. We appreciate the dedication it takes to balance academics and athletics, and we want to support your success in both.

To help maintain consistency and fairness, the front office and school staff follow official dismissal directives from the Athletics Department for games, meets, and athletic events. These dismissal times are thoughtfully determined to protect instructional time while ensuring you arrive prepared for competition.

Please remain in class until your approved dismissal time. Leaving class earlier than authorized creates confusion and disrupts expectations across campus.

If a student-athlete leaves class before the approved dismissal time, the incident will be reported to the Athletics Department and will receive follow-up actions from the department, coach, and/or team leadership.

Our goal is not punishment, but accountability and growth. By following these expectations, you help strengthen trust, demonstrate responsibility, and represent our athletic programs in a positive way. Thank you for your cooperation and for continuing to show what it means to be a student-athlete.

Posted in Grade 12

Week 19 Preview

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Welcome to Week 19 Designers!

We hope you are enjoying a great 3-Day Weekend! We will see you back bright and early Tuesday morning. Please see below for the Bell Schedule and the Upcoming Events.

Upcoming Events and Key Dates:

  • Mon, Jan. 19th: NO SCHOOL – MLK Jr. Holiday
  • Mon, Jan. 26th: Parent Advisory Committee #3
    • 5pm via Zoom
  • Fri, Jan. 30th: Neurodiversity & Leadership CD
  • Wed, Feb. 4th: Coffee With Admin
    • 8am & 5pm via Zoom
  • Fri, Feb. 6th: Professional Development Day (Pupil Free Day)
  • Fri, Feb. 13th: CLD (Community Learning Day)
  • Mon, Feb. 16th: Presidents’ Day (No School)
Posted in Grade 12

Spring 2026 Da Vinci/El Camino Dual Enrollment course offerings –UPDATE

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Good afternoon Designers!

NOTE:  UNFORTUNATELY PAPER DUAL ENROLLMENT FORMS ARE STILL NEEDED FOR SPRING SEMESTER.

Happy new year and welcome back! This spring semester, Da Vinci Schools is offering 4 dual enrollment partnership courses with El Camino College that will begin on February 16th, 2026.  Please see listing below.

HDEV 110, FILM 110, COMS 100 are open to 9th-12th grade students, while ENG C1000 is only open to 12th grade students.

NOTE:  ALL CLASSES ARE ASYNCHRONOUS/ONLINE WITH THE EXCEPTION OF COMS 100.

Da Vinci Schools will be assisting with sign-ups by hosting an application workshop in the RWL Center computer lab this Thursday, January 15th from 3:00pm-5:00 pm. Students should know their SSN# (if they have one) and whether or not their family is considered a military family when they come.

To be eligible to take a dual enrollment class, the student will need to be passing all their academic classes and have no credit recovery for a-g classes. Space is limited and we are accepting forms on a first come first serve basis!

 

Please see Miss Pam if you have questions.

 

For more information click on the following links:

Applying to El Camino College

Do I Need to Apply Again?

Application for Admission Help

 

Thank you!

Posted in Grade 12

Happy New Year, Designers!

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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. We have missed you!

Second semester at Da Vinci Design starts on Monday, January 12th.

Please see the Bell Schedule below for the details:

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:

    • Wednesday January 14th 12th Grade Hub Period 1 9:35am-10:05am; 11th Grade Hub Period 1 10:10am-10:40am
    • Thursday January 15th 10th Grade Hub Period 2 9:35am-10:05am; 9th Grade Hub Period 2 10:10am-10:40am

Upcoming Events and Key Dates:

  • Mon, Jan. 12th: First Day of Semester Two
  • Wed, 1/14 – Thurs, 1/15: Seminar Sign Ups
  • Mon, Jan. 19th: NO SCHOOL – MLK Jr. Holiday
  • Mon, Jan. 26th: Parent Advisory Committee #3
    • 5pm via Zoom

See you on Monday, Designers! Let’s Go! Successful second semester is about to start!

Posted in Grade 12