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The Posse Foundation Application Nomination Form internal.docx

Hello Junior Families,

This is a follow-up to my previous message about the Posse Foundation Scholarship. I realized the initial post did not include the links or FAQ resources—thank you for your patience!

As a reminder, the Posse Foundation identifies public high school students with extraordinary academic and leadership potential and connects them to top colleges with four-year, full-tuition scholarships.

Posse partner colleges include:

Bucknell University
Dickinson College
Hobart & William Smith Colleges
Kalamazoo College
Middlebury College
Northwestern University
Pepperdine University
Tulane University
University of Wisconsin–Madison

To learn more, explore these helpful resources:
Posse Foundation Information Guide
Posse Foundation Scholarship: Parent FAQ

If you are interested in being nominated and believe you demonstrate the leadership and academic qualities Posse looks for, please complete the Posse Foundation Scholarship Nomination Request Form (which is attached) by Wednesday, June 11th at 4:00 PM.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need support during the nomination process.

Warmly,
Kene Washington
kwashington@davincischools.org

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Posse Foundation Scholarship Opportunity

Hello Junior Families!

I want to share an exciting opportunity with you about the Posse Foundation Scholarship. Every year, The Posse Foundation works closely with high schools, like Da Vinci Connect, to recruit students who demonstrate leadership and academic potential to become a Posse Scholar. If selected, a Posse Scholar wins a four-year, full-tuition scholarship to attend one of Posse’s partner colleges or universities:

Bucknell University
Dickinson College
Hobart & Williams Smith College
Kalamazoo College
Middlebury College
Northwestern University
Pepperdine University
Tulane University
University of Wisconsin- Madison


Below are informational materials on the Posse Foundation:

Posse Foundation Information Guide

Posse Foundation Scholarship: Parent FAQ



If you would like Connect to consider you as a nominee for the Posse Scholarship and you demonstrate leadership and academic potential, please complete the Posse Foundation Scholarship Nomination Request form by Wednesday, June 11th at 4pm.



Please reach out if you have additional questions!

Kene Washington

kwashington@davincischools.org

We’re excited to share a meaningful way for our Da Vinci Connect High School students and families to get involved in the community!

This Wednesday, May 14th, the DV Connect K-8 campus will be hosting a free produce giveaway from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm in front of the school. This is a wonderful opportunity to support local families and give back.

Interested in volunteering?
Volunteers are encouraged to arrive by 11:00 am to help with setup and distribution. Whether you’re looking for community service hours or simply want to lend a hand, your support will make a big impact.

Event Details:
Location: DV Connect K-8, 12501 S. Isis Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Date: Wednesday, May 14th
Volunteer Arrival Time: 11:00 AM
Produce Giveaway: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Contact Person: Ms. Grace Bader | (310) 725-5800

We hope to see many of our high schoolers out there supporting this great cause!

Join us for an inspiring and interactive Gen Z Wellness Summit this Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Ackerman Union Grand Ballroom, 308 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095.

Enjoy a day filled with engaging workshops and discussions, including:
🎭 Perception Box Adventure
💡 Moral Courage Game
📖 Storytelling & Resilience
🥗 Food & Mood
🤝 The Science of Making Friends
📱 Teens & Screens
🎨 Mental Health Through Arts & Culture
🎶 Music & Mental Health
🕺 Expressive Movement
🎧 Live DJ & Music Performances

This free event is open to high school and college students, but registration is required. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow!

🔗 REGISTER NOW to secure your spot!

https://www.friendsofsemelinstitute.org/genz-invite-2?bbeml=tp-zCrdL4cOz0CZBvCOF9r06Q.j3jeP6DLJlUG5UONxQFA39w.row8UjFKEY0WcvftOUg5fqw.lFSuSbn52PUyFrrWIIQbNgg

We look forward to seeing you there!

Happy New Year! We hope your transition into 2025 and back to school has been smooth.

A quick reminder that the Bezos Scholars Program, a FREE yearlong leadership development program, is still accepting applications from eligible juniors. The deadline to apply is January 21, 2025.

Enhancing Leadership Skills
We believe in young people’s potential and the power of collaboration to create lasting change. By providing leadership training, opportunities and resources, we aim to inspire students to take initiative and make a meaningful impact.

Impact assessments demonstrate that, after just one year in the program, student Scholars achieve leadership and socio-emotional growth that is on par with, or surpasses, students who have completed a full year of college. Explore our learning outcomes to see how the program fosters growth.

One Year of Free College Advising
While the program doesn’t provide financial aid, it offers a full year of free college advising, including support with applying for and securing financial aid and scholarships. Last year, our advisor spent over 100 hours supporting Scholars, and the average amount of funding students secured was ~$70,00/year!

What Makes a Student a Strong Applicant?
We seek students with a service mindset, eager to apply their leadership skills to real-world issues and make a difference. Strong applicants are deeply committed to their education and exhibit curiosity and perseverance. They have already shown leadership within their community and are looking to take it to the next level.

How Can You Help Students Apply?
Use our digital promotion toolkit to share this opportunity with your school community. When supporting an applicant, use our application guide and consider:

Providing feedback on their video and essay submissions.
Helping them secure a school staff member as their educator nominee who completes a recommendation form as part of their application.
Reminding them that they will miss 100% of shots they don’t take! If a student is doubting themselves, share this video, to let them know they are not alone.

We would be honored to consider your students for the Bezos Scholars Program.

Molly Pencke
Senior Program Manager, Bezos Scholars Program

Apply Today →

Engage Students in Becoming the Leaders We Need.
Applications are due by 8 p.m. PT on January 21, 2025. Complete eligibility requirements and application information are available at bezosscholars.org/apply or email us at scholars@bezosfamilyfoundation.org.


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Greetings,

We’re thrilled to share details about the 2025 Greater Los Angeles NACAC College Fair, which will take place at the Pasadena Convention Center on Monday, February 3, 2025. This annual event typically gathers over 200 college and university representatives from across the country, providing a valuable opportunity for approximately 10,000 students and parents to explore higher education options.

Online Student Registration
Students are encouraged to register online before the fair and bring their printed or electronic barcode for faster check-in with college representatives. While online registration is optional, it saves time and allows students to benefit from our College Matchmaking feature, which pairs them with institutions that align with their interests.

https://www.nacacattend.org/

Volunteers Needed
We’re also seeking volunteers to help on the day of the fair. If interested, please complete the Volunteer Form.

We look forward to welcoming you and your students to the 2025 Greater Los Angeles NACAC College Fair!

Warm regards,

Dear 11th Grade Students and Families,

This is a friendly reminder that the deadline to complete the PSAT Interest Survey is quickly approaching. Please submit your response by Monday, October 9th to let us know if you plan to take the PSAT on October 30th.

If you haven’t already, you can access the survey here: https://forms.gle/ooph5iPyAdNQnEYV6. The survey also includes an option to request additional preparation resources.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Best regards,
Kene

Attention Juniors and Families,

If you were unable to attend last week’s Juniors: College Information Session, no worries! You can access the Presentation https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/127Qhjsl8XwSsNY_3f5CwUpUuRxC1_Evda6UjY396fn4/edit?usp=sharing and watch the Video https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ojsgheTfiiKwwG6ATl-g-t7bj2D1DRyP/view?usp=sharing.

If you have any questions or need further clarification, feel free to reach out.

Take care,
Kene

Dear 11th Grade Students and Families,
We are excited to announce that our school will be offering the PSAT for 11th graders on October 30th! The PSAT is a valuable opportunity to prepare for the SAT, track academic progress, and potentially qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
Details:
Location: Connect High School
Date: October 30th
Time: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
To help us plan, please let us know if you’re interested in taking the PSAT by completing the following PSAT Interest Survey. The survey also includes an option to request additional preparation resources.
https://forms.gle/4r1UaZ7QeVYPRDqc7
Please submit the survey by Monday, October 7th.
We strongly encourage students to take advantage of this opportunity, as it provides excellent practice for future college entrance exams. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me directly.
Best regards,
Kene

Dear Connect Juniors and Families,

This is a friendly reminder about our Virtual College Night happening this evening, specifically for 11th-grade students and their families.
Topic: 11th Grade College Planning
Date: Tonight, October 2, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Pacific Time)
During this meeting, we will discuss important information regarding college planning, and how to best support your student throughout junior year.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://davincischools-org.zoom.us/j/97609982024
Meeting ID: 976 0998 2024
One-Tap Mobile:
+1 669 444 9171,,97609982024# (US)
+1 669 900 6833,,97609982024# (San Jose)
We look forward to seeing you there!
Best regards,
Kene