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Summer 2025 Impact Makers South Bay Cohort

The Volunteer Center is reaching out to local community partners and youth advocates to share an exciting opportunity through their Impact Makers program.
Applications are now open for the Summer 2025 cohort, which kicks off the last week of June.

Program Overview
Impact Makers – Building Skills for Life is an 8-week summer program that empowers high school students to better understand themselves and the world around them. Through immersive service-learning experiences, participants explore local issues, strengthen their sense of identity, and learn about available community resources. Our Summer 2025 cohort will be our 8th to date, with students from 26 high schools having participated and contributed more than 5,000 service-learning hours to the community.

Group Sessions
Dates: June 24 – August 14, 2025
Time: Tuesdays, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: The Volunteer Center, 1230 Cravens Ave., Torrance, CA 90501
In addition to weekly group sessions, students will volunteer 2 hours per week at one of our partner organizations to apply their learning through hands-on community service.

Eligibility
Open to all current high school students.

Certificate:
Upon completing the program, students receive a certificate detailing the 30-50+ hours of volunteer service they accomplished, which is an excellent addition to their college applications. In addition, we are also a Presidential Service Award certifying organization and for students who meet the requirements, we can submit their hours to receive the certificate from the office of the president.

Cost: Free.

***New: Long Beach Cohort Launching This Summer!
Their first-ever Long Beach Impact Makers cohort is launching this summer. If you would prefer to participate their Long Beach location, please visit their website or reach out to programs@volcenter.org for more information.

To learn more about the program, visit volcenter.org/joinimpactmakers and check out a short video created by their Spring 2025 cohort.

By |2025-05-15T11:11:27-07:00May 15th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Summer 2025 Impact Makers South Bay Cohort
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El Camino College Summer Class Schedule is Live!

Hello Connect H.S. students!

Are you interested in taking El Camino College courses this Summer? The El Camino schedule of classes for Summer (and Fall) 2025 has officially been released and registration opens May 17th. You can view the online schedule of classes by visiting www.elcamino.edu/schedule.

Summer has 3 session options

1st 6-week session: June 23 – July 31

2nd 6-week session: July 7 – August 14

8-week session: June 23 – August 14

If you would like additional information or assistance with the dual enrollment process at El Camino College, please reach out to your counselor or visit their website at www.elcamino.edu/academics/dual-enrollment

By |2025-04-22T15:27:22-07:00April 22nd, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on El Camino College Summer Class Schedule is Live!
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Scholarship Opportunity for DV Students!

Da Vinci Seniors:

The 7th annual Johnstone Scholarship application is now open and ready for Da Vinci Seniors to apply! Applications are due Friday, April 25th. No late applications will be accepted. The application link is below. 

They intend to select one deserving scholarship recipient from each Da Vinci school.

About the Johnstone Scholarship:

Through the Wiseburn Education Foundation, Dr. Tom and Terry Johnstone have set up a scholarship to help five lucky Da Vinci seniors get a head start their freshman year of college. Dr. Johnstone was the superintendent in Wiseburn for many years and played a significant role helping to open the high school. With his help, Wiseburn Education Foundation is thrilled to be able to offer scholarships to our high school seniors.

Link to Apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxrG-VbkCUHw4dB0huJRc_t8v5yWCV-v9JtyS_pk6W9tcZJw/viewform

 

By |2025-03-27T13:21:24-07:00March 27th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Scholarship Opportunity for DV Students!
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ATTN Seniors: UNIFY Financial Credit Union Scholarships

Are you a standout graduating high school senior planning to attend college in fall 2025? The application for UNIFY’s Patricia R. Dempster Scholarship Program is now available!

Eight Scholarships Will Be Presented:

$5,000 (one awarded)
$3,000 (one awarded)
$2,000 (six awarded)

Eligibility

Applicants need to be graduating high school seniors and have their own UNIFY membership, or be the primary on a joint account with a parent/guardian. For UNIFY membership application information visit:
UnifyFCU.com/Join

Application requirements include two letters of recommendation, a personal essay, and a verifiable GPA of 3.5 or higher; detailed information is available in the application.

All application materials need to be completed and submitted by Monday, April 21, 2025. Apply HERE

Questions?

We are happy to help.

Email: scholarship@UnifyFCU.com

Phone: 877.254.9328, x2177

By |2025-03-13T14:09:06-07:00March 13th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on ATTN Seniors: UNIFY Financial Credit Union Scholarships
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12th Grade Families: Negotiating Your College’s Price Workshop

Da Vinci is thrilled to announce a powerful, practical, and proven workshop designed to help families decode, dispute, and decrease their college costs. If you’re looking to make college more affordable, this workshop is for you!
What You’ll Learn:
  • How to analyze, assess, and adjust financial aid award letters.
  • Strategies for writing clear, compelling, and convincing financial aid appeal letters.
  • Proven methods to negotiate, navigate, and knock down your college’s cost-effectively.
Workshop Dates & Details:
Location: Room 3203, Da Vinci Communications (but open to all Da Vinci High School senior families)
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Dates:
  • Friday, March 14
  • Friday, March 21
  • Friday, April 4
  • Friday, April 11

*You only need to sign up for ONE workshop as all workshops will repeat the same information.

What to Bring:
  • Your student’s financial aid award letter(s)
  • A notepad or laptop for notes
  • Any relevant financial documents or estimates
This engaging, enlightening, and empowering workshop will give you the confidence and tools to secure the best financial outcome for college. Don’t miss this opportunity to plan, prepare, and prosper.
SIGN UP HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZgK22VE1mAkSsdn7jY0H0o5fyVLRFKW1gAwIabPAGNQvOhw/viewform
By |2025-03-05T10:52:18-08:00March 5th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on 12th Grade Families: Negotiating Your College’s Price Workshop
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Get ready—Neurodiversity Celebration Month begins next week!

Next week, we’re diving into an exciting celebration of how unique and diverse our brains can be. Neurodiversity means that everyone’s brain works in its own special way, and there’s no ONE correct way to think, learn, or experience the world. We’re celebrating all the different ways people experience life, with a focus on understanding disabilities like ADHD, autism, dyslexia, Tourette Syndrome, and more.
Throughout the month, students will have the opportunity to participate in fun and engaging activities designed to celebrate these differences! Students can make slime and submerge themselves in a sensory room to explore sensory processing differences, and play interactive games to uncover the myths and strengths behind different disabilities.
The Neurodiversity Club has been working tirelessly to bring this exciting and meaningful month to life. They’re thrilled to offer these amazing opportunities to encourage everyone to learn, grow, and celebrate the unique strengths we all bring to the table! Please see the calendar for all of the exciting activities we have planned!
By |2025-02-28T10:27:06-08:00February 28th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Get ready—Neurodiversity Celebration Month begins next week!
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Earl Woods Scholarship Info for 12th Grade Students

Hello 12th Graders!

On Thursday, February 26th, a representative from the Earl Woods Scholarship Program will be visiting Connect High School to share all about this incredible scholarship and mentorship program. Join us during lunch at 12:20 PM to learn more!

The Earl Woods Scholarship Program, part of the TGR Foundation, offers much more than financial support for college. Scholars receive:

  • Scholarship Assistance: Financial support for college tuition and expenses.
  • Mentorship: Guidance from dedicated mentors who help navigate college life and career paths.
  • Career Development: Access to internships, workshops, and networking opportunities to support future goals.

Whether you’re still exploring your college options or have specific plans, this is a fantastic chance to learn how the Earl Woods Scholarship Program can support you.

Bring your lunch, bring your questions, and bring a friend! Don’t miss out!

By |2025-02-26T15:07:17-08:00February 26th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Earl Woods Scholarship Info for 12th Grade Students
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CSUDH: On the Spot Admissions

For seniors who have not yet applied to CSU, Dominguez Hills:

The Office of Admissions and Recruitment at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) is thrilled to invite you to our On-the-Spot Admissions and Application Workshop!

This is your chance to meet one-on-one with our admissions staff to explore your eligibility for Fall 2025 enrollment. If you meet the requirements, you could receive conditional admission on the spot! Our team will also guide you through the application process to ensure everything is ready to go. Don’t miss this opportunity to take the first step toward Becoming a TORO!

Event Details:

Friday, February 28, 2025

Instruction and Innovation (II) Building

Session I: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (II Room 3310)

Session II: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (II Room 3600)

What to Bring:

A printed copy of your unofficial transcripts / Official Transcripts Preferred (Sealed in envelope)

Laptop

REGISTRATION LINK

By |2025-02-10T10:27:34-08:00February 10th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on CSUDH: On the Spot Admissions
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