Dear 10th Grade Parents/Guardians,
You are invited to the first session of DVD’s 10th Grade Parent/Guardian Group.
More information and RSVP QR code are below.
We hope to see you there!
Dear 10th Grade Parents/Guardians,
You are invited to the first session of DVD’s 10th Grade Parent/Guardian Group.
More information and RSVP QR code are below.
We hope to see you there!
Happy Monday DVD Families!
We hope you had a great weekend. Thank you to all the students and parents that were able to attend the El Camino College Dual Enrollment Information session that was held on 1/25/2024. Here is the webinar recording and Here is PDF of the presentation with hyperlinks included.
Students who are planning to enroll in Dual Enrollment courses are highly encouraged to watch the recording with their parents before applying to El Camino College.
Da Vinci Schools is hosting a hands on FAFSA/Dream Act workshop on our campus, where an El Camino College financial aid rep will be here to answer your financial aid/FAFSA/CA Dream Act questions, help you fill out the applications, and submit that night! This is taking place on the DV Science floor on Tuesday January 30th, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Please RSVP HERE so we know how many computers will be needed.
Please have an FSA ID created and verified before the night. Please CLICK HERE to apply for an FSA ID
If you have any questions, please reach out to your counselor.
Pam Baker, Last names A-GL Nicole Tafoya, Last names Go-O Omar Sanchez, Last names P-Z
DV counselors are hosting a hands on FAFSA/Dream Act workshop on the 201 campus, where an El Camino College financial aid rep will be here to answer your financial aid/FAFSA/CA Cream Act questions, help you fill out the applications, and submit that night! This is taking place on the DV Science campus on Tuesday January 30th, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Please RSVP HERE so we know how many computers will be needed.*
Please have an FSA ID created and verified before the night. Please CLICK HERE to apply for an FSA ID
If you have any questions, please reach out to your counselor.
Pam Baker, Last names A-GL Nicole Tafoya, Last names Go-O Omar Sanchez, Last names P-Z
Dual Enrollment Information Session (Da Vinci Schools)
Thursday, January 25th 2024
5:00-6:00 p.m.
This 1-hour workshop is for prospective high school students and parents to receive an overview of Dual Enrollment in traditional El Camino College classes as well as in classes offered in partnership with your high school.
No registration necessary – join via link below at 5:00 p.m. We hope to see you there!
or
https://elcamino-edu.zoom.us/j/88291330845
Hello Class of 2024 families!
Over the winter break, the 2024-2025 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) opened and are now available to submit. The FAFSA is used to determine eligibility for a variety of aid including federal, state, and school-based, as well as grants and scholarships. Please use THIS CHECKLIST to ensure that you are prepared to fill out FAFSA or CADAA, starting with obtaining an FSA ID, which is needed by both student and parent.
The sooner you complete the FAFSA or CADAA the better, as some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit Studentaid.gov to begin the FAFSA application or visit Dream.csac.ca.gov to begin the CADAA application.
*DVD is hosting a hands on FAFSA/Dream Act workshop on our campus, where an El Camino College financial aid rep will be here to answer your financial aid/FAFSA/CA Cream Act questions, help you fill out the applications, and submit that night! This is taking place on the DVD campus on Tuesday January 30th, 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Please RSVP HERE so we know how many computers will be needed.*
FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION WORKSHOPS
Dear Designers & families,
Happy holidays! With winter break upon us, we encourage you to relax, unwind, and settle into a safe and restful break.
The holiday season is a time for togetherness and joy, but it can sometimes bring unwelcome guests, like stress and grief. Some of us may be experiencing the holidays without a loved one. Some of us may be balancing endless to-do lists from shopping to entertaining. While we each celebrate this season’s joys, it’s important to stay mindful, acknowledge our feelings, and reach out for help if needed.
To help keep your holidays bright, below is a helpful resources. We encourage you to save this resource so you can easily reference them should you or a family member need help.
Da Vinci Schools partnered with Care Solace to support the well-being of our community. If you or a family member are looking for help with mental health or substance use, Care Solace can help you quickly find treatment options matched to your needs, regardless of the circumstance. This is a complimentary and confidential care coordination service provided by Da Vinci Schools. If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a mental health care provider:
May you enjoy your break and return rested and reinvigorated for a fantastic new year!
Dear Seniors,
November 30th was the application deadline for UC applications and most CSU applications. However, there are a number of CSU campuses that are continuing to accept applications and a list can be found here. Students can also apply to UC Merced until January 15, 2024.
Other highlights:
Financial Aid Update:
The Department of Education just announced that the FAFSA will be available by December 31, 2023. We encourage you to create an FSA ID, which allows you to digitally sign the FAFSA, prior to the launch. Both student and at least one parent need FSA IDs. Financial aid updates and resources are below:
Deadlines for FAFSA/CADAA:
We know there are a lot of updates and we are here to help! Please don’t hesitate to reach out for support.
Have a great week!
Your DVD Counselors
Pam, Nicole and Omar
Dear DVD Students, Parents, and Guardians,
As we approach the season of Thanksgiving, we are all grateful for the tremendous work of our school staff – from our teachers to counselors to paraeducators to custodians to front office staff. To show our appreciation, we are organizing Thanksgiving baskets to deliver to our school staff on Thursday, November 16th. The idea is that each staff member will receive one basket containing treats and words of appreciation from students and parents/guardians.
Here is how you can contribute to the baskets of Thanksgiving:
With gratitude for your ongoing encouragement and support,
Russell Stoll Kirk Takeyama Korina Barefield
Principal Assistant Principal Dean of Student Success & Culture
Dear DVD Students, Parents, and Guardians,
As we approach the season of Thanksgiving, we are all grateful for the tremendous work of our school staff – from our teachers to counselors to paraeducators to custodians to front office staff. To show our appreciation, we are organizing Thanksgiving baskets to deliver to our school staff on Thursday, November 16th. The idea is that each staff member will receive one basket containing treats and words of appreciation from students and parents/guardians.
Here is how you can contribute to the baskets of Thanksgiving:
With gratitude for your ongoing encouragement and support,
Russell Stoll Kirk Takeyama Korina Barefield
Principal Assistant Principal Dean of Student Success & Culture