Hello Seniors and Families,
As you prepare for the college application process, many of you will also be applying for financial aid. One of the funding opportunities available to California students is the Cal Grant—a state grant that helps pay for college and does not need to be repaid.
The Cal Grant can be used at:
University of California (UC) campuses
California State Universities (CSUs)
California Community Colleges
Qualifying independent (private) universities and career or technical schools in California
How to Qualify
To be considered for a Cal Grant, students must:
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act Application (CADAA)
Meet financial and eligibility requirements
Meet minimum GPA requirements
Be a recent high school graduate
List California colleges on the FAFSA or CADAA
For full details, please visit http://www.calgrants.org.
GPA Submission Requirement
Da Vinci Connect High School is required to submit students’ verified GPAs to the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC). This information is used to determine Cal Grant eligibility.
By law, families have the option to opt out of this process. Please note:
If you submit an Opt-Out Form, your student’s GPA will not be submitted, and they will not be eligible for the Cal Grant.
If you do not submit an Opt-Out Form, Connect High School will send your student’s GPA to CSAC automatically.
Important Deadline
If you wish to opt out, please complete the Cal Grant GPA Opt-Out Form and return it to Kene Washington at kwashington@davincischools.org before Friday, September 26, 2025.
👉 Click here http://Cal Grant GPA Opt-Out Form