Parents Interested in Joining PAC Tonight! Please see the Zoom Link Below!
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Week 14 Preview
Design Families! Here is what’s coming up this week!
This week on Thursday, November 20th is Fall Exhibition! Both 10th and 12th grade will be displaying work.
Here is the Bell Schedule for Week 14 at Da Vinci Design:
The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is having its first meeting of the year next week. PAC is an opportunity for parents, students, & staff to work collaboratively to review the school program, review data and identify needs, & make recommendations regarding the School Safety Plan & the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). If you are interested in joining the Parent Advisory Committee, please email Samantha Navarro at snavarro@davincischools.org for more information!
Upcoming Events and Key Dates:
- Mon Nov. 17th: Parent Advisory Committee Meeting #1
- *5pm via Zoom*
- Agenda: 1) Welcome, Introductions and Public Comment, 2) Purpose of Committee, 3) DVD Spotlight: What’s New for 2025-2026
- Thurs, Nov. 20th: DVD Exhibition! (Grade 10 and 12)
- 2:00pm-4:00pm at the El Segundo Aquatic Center, 10th Grade Boat Races
- 5:30pm-7:30pm at 201 N. Douglas, 12th Grade
- Fri, Nov. 21st First Annual Turkey Bowl 2025
- Mon, Nov. 24th – Fri, Nov. 28th: NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Break
- Mon, Dec. 1st: School Resumes!
Here’s to Week 14, Designers!
Week 13 Information
Hello Designers and Design Families,
CLD:
Today we have our second Community Learning Day (CLD). Students who come to campus for in-person activities get to experience workshops on sports, photography, on college applications, and service learning just to name a few! Please remind your students to complete the learning log in their Canvas, whether they engaged in learning on or off campus, to make sure they get credit for attendance!
Coffee with Admin:
Thank you to the families who joined us for our Coffee with Admin meeting last Wednesday! It is great getting the chance to meet with families, hear what is on your mind, and share the great things happening at DVD. Coffee with DVD Admin happens at 8am and 5pm via Zoom on the first Wednesday of every month.
Thanksgiving Baskets:
- Items: If you are interested and able to purchase something to show your appreciation, please consider non-perishable items such as: individually wrapped items (popcorn, gummies, trail mix, chips, hot chocolate, pretzels, candy, cookies), gift cards ($5 to Target, Starbucks, etc.), coffee drinks, sparkling water, tea, and any other non-perishable snacks. We need donated items collected by: Friday, November 14th. All items can be left in a donation box on the first floor front office.
- Words of Appreciation: There is nothing that means more to school staff than words of appreciation or encouragement. Please consider handwriting a note of thanks or typing one digitally here: DVD Staff Appreciation Notes We will be printing these digital messages and including all words of appreciation in the baskets. Handwritten notes can be dropped off by Wednesday November 19th.
Thank you for supporting all the great things DVD does!!
Upcoming Events and Key Dates:
- Mon, Nov. 10th: Community Learning Day #2
- Tues, Nov. 11: NO SCHOOL – Veteran’s Day Holiday
- Thurs, Nov. 20th: Boat Races
- Thurs, Nov. 20th: DVD Exhibition Night
- Monday November 24th-Sunday November 30th: Thanksgiving Break
Schedule for this Week!
Have a great week, Designers!
Senior Parent Circle Up Tonight! 11/6
Design Families who have SENIORS! Senior Parent Circle Up Meets tonight at 7pm VIA Zoom!
Please see the Zoom Link Below!
Coffee With Admin Wednesday November 5th 8am & 5pm
Design Families! Join us for Coffee with Admin tomorrow! 8am or 5pm. Come hear updates and calendar reminders! Please see the Zoom Link below!
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76906455177?pwd=CX9fiaT0fRIB9vpFEycUPzUGdzNExa.1Meeting ID: 769 0645 5177
Passcode: 5gYKNz
Week 12 Preview and Halloween Wrap Up
Design Families! Welcome to November!
Here are those Halloween Highlights from Friday! Our students and staff participated and it was next level!
Bell Schedule for the Week:
Upcoming Events and Key Dates:
- Wed, Nov. 5th: Coffee w/ Admin @8am and @5pm via Zoom
- Thurs, Nov. 6th Senior Parent Circle Up @ 7pm Via Zoom
- Fri, Nov. 7th: Progress Reports Mailed Home
- Mon, Nov. 10th: Community Learning Day #2
- Tues, Nov. 11: NO SCHOOL – Veteran’s Day Holiday
- Thurs, Nov. 20th: Boat Races
- Thurs, Nov. 20th: DVD Exhibition Night
Have a great week, Designers!!!
Senior Parent Circle Up This Thursday!
Thanksgiving Baskets
- Items: If you are interested and able to purchase something to show your appreciation, please consider non-perishable items such as: individually wrapped items (popcorn, gummies, trail mix, chips, hot chocolate, pretzels, candy, cookies), gift cards ($5 to Target, Starbucks, etc.), coffee drinks, sparkling water, tea, and any other non-perishable snacks. We need donated items collected by: Friday, November 14th. All items can be left in a donation box on the first floor front office.
- Words of Appreciation: There is nothing that means more to school staff than words of appreciation or encouragement. Please consider handwriting a note of thanks or typing one digitally here: DVD Staff Appreciation Notes We will be printing these digital messages and including all words of appreciation in the baskets. Handwritten notes can be dropped off by Wednesday November 19th.
Thank you for supporting all the great things DVD does!!
Week 11 Info
Week 11 Designers! We are already into it!
We are excited to celebrate Spirit Week on our campus this week with dress up days, leading up to our annual Halloween costume contest on Friday. Please help remind all students that while costumes are encouraged, students are not allowed to bring prop weapons, full face masks, or excessive gore/blood. All costumes must be school appropriate, and students not in costume must adhere to dress code.
Wednesday: Anything But A BackPack Day
Thursday: Represent Your Favorite Horror Character
Friday: Halloween Costume Contest
One More Advertisement For Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)
We’re looking for parents and guardians who want to lend their voice and ideas to help make Da Vinci Design the best it can be! Our Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) meets throughout the year to provide feedback, share perspectives, and partner with our school team on initiatives that support all students.
If you’re interested in joining or learning more, please reach out to Samantha Navarro, DVD Principal, at snavarro@davincischools.org. Your input truly shapes our community!
Here is the bell schedule for Week 11 at Da Vinci Design:
Upcoming Events and Key Dates:
- Wed, Nov. 5th: Coffee w/ Admin @8am and @5pm via Zoom
- Fri, Nov. 7th: Progress Reports Mailed Home
- Mon, Nov. 10th: Community Learning Day #2
- Tues, Nov. 11: NO SCHOOL – Veteran’s Day Holiday
- Thurs, Nov. 20th: Boat Races
- Thurs, Nov. 20th: DVD Exhibition Night
Have a great rest of the week, Designers!!!
Week 10 Heading Our Way at DVD
Design Family, Welcome to Week 10! We have a lot happening!
Before we get to Week 10, we need to share some pictures from Senior Sunrise 2025!
Senior Sunrise 2025!
Seniors got up early to spend some time together and see the sun come up! More memories to add to your year, Class of 2025!
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- 9th Grade: PSAT 8/9
- 10th Grade: PSAT/NMSQT
- 11th Grade: PSAT/NMSQT
- 12th Grade: SAT (opt-in registration deadline has passed)
Da Vinci School Surveys via KELVIN
We invite you to take a few moments to complete the Da Vinci Schools Family Survey. Your feedback plays a vital role in shaping the learning environment at your child’s school and across our entire organization.
The KELVIN survey will be sent via email on Monday October 20th.
Your honest input helps us celebrate what’s working and identify areas where we can improve.
Thank you for being a valued part of the Da Vinci community!
Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)
We’re looking for parents and guardians who want to lend their voice and ideas to help make Da Vinci Design the best it can be! Our Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) meets throughout the year to provide feedback, share perspectives, and partner with our school team on initiatives that support all students.
If you’re interested in joining or learning more, please reach out to Samantha Navarro, DVD Principal, at snavarro@davincischools.org. Your input truly shapes our community — together, we can continue to strengthen the Da Vinci experience for every student.
Tickets are on sale now, but prices increase on Monday (10/20), so be sure to grab your tickets early!
Date: Friday, October 24, 2025
Time: 6:00–9:00 PM (Doors open at 5:30 PM)
Location: West Plaza, 201 N Douglas St, El Segundo, CA 90245
- Early Bird: $25 through Sunday, 10/19
- General Admission: $30 from 10/20–10/24
- Semi-formal attire encouraged
- Water will be provided
- Food trucks will be available, but students are encouraged to bring money for food




















