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USC will be hosting another workshop, TPOP #2, which will take place on Sunday, March 24 from 4pm-6pm! Students are welcome to join for a USC campus tour led by Troy Philippines’ tour guides! While touring the USC campus students are encouraged to ask questions while they participate in brief activities about Filipino culture. Please RSVP to TPOP #2 here!

Following the workshop, Troy Philippines will also be hosting their annual Pilipinx American Cultural Night (PACN) performance in the Trojan Grand Ballroom from 7pm to 9 pm. Students are invited to join for this amazing spectacle of the celebration of Filipino American culture through an original composed musical, traditional dancing, and more! Students, parents, and families who would like to see the musical performance are invited to attend, FREE OF CHARGE! Please RSVP to PACN here!

SAVE THE DATE: Their final TPOP meeting and largest event of the year, TPOP SUMMIT, will take place on Saturday, April 13th from 12-2 pm. They will have a USC admissions ambassador come to speak about the college application process. As well as have the opportunity to connect and network with active university students in Troy Philippines! Students get the chance to learn about real world experiences regarding all things from careers to the college experience through our Troy Philippines members! Don’t forget the chance to connect with other high school students from other schools playing fun games and activities in this competition style event. Please RSVP to TPOP Summit here!

NYC Fashion Summer Camps for High School Students…

Banson NYC is excited to offer 2 In-Person NYC Fashion Summer Camps for high school students in 2024.  They are designed for teens entering 9^th through 12^th grades.  Each week-long session will teach students the fundamentals of the fashion industry by providing an insider’s perspective.  Students will stay at a hotel in Midtown.  All rooms have quad occupancy, have 24-hour security, a Resident Advisor, private bathrooms and flat screen TVs.  Our camps run from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday-Friday so check in will be between 12:00 – 3:00 pm on Sunday and check out will be on Friday by 5:00 pm.  We accept applications on a first come, first served basis.  Tuition includes the following;

• 5 Nights in Midtown Hotel
• Visits to Key Players in the Industry
• Attend Interesting Fashion-Related Seminars and Lectures
• Participate in an Educational Shopping Trip
• Visit a Well-Known NYC Museum to See a Current Fashion Exhibit
• Attend an Information Session at a NYC Fashion College
• Participate in a Photo/Video Shoot in Central Park with a Professional Fashion Photographer and Receive a Video of the Experience after Camp
• Group Dinners on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Nights
• Manicure / Pedicure Treatment on Thursday Night
• Lunch on Final Day of Camp
• MetroCard for Duration of the Camp
• Enjoy the Excitement of NYC!

The cost is $2075.00 per student or $1875.00 per student if you register with a friend.

Session A:  June 23, 2024 – June 28, 2024

Session B: July 14, 2024 – July 19, 2024

For More Information: Contact Banson NYC at www.bansonnyc.org or (917) 328-1469.

With the SAT transitioning to a digital format effective March 9th, Prep Expert understands the importance of preparing students for this significant change.

Prep Expert is thrilled to announce a complimentary Digital SAT Book Launch Event on Sunday, March 3rd. Their founder, Dr. Shaan Patel, will guide parents and students through essential strategies to excel in the new 2024 Digital SAT and secure substantial college scholarships. You can register for free HERE.

During this free online event, Dr. Patel will cover the following topics:

• The changes and impacts of the new Digital SAT
• Learn 5 phrases that are always incorrect on Digital SAT Writing
• Solve math problems without algebra on Digital SAT Math
• Identify specific answer choices to avoid on Digital SAT Reading
• Win $100,000+ in college scholarships before 12th Grade
• Win $100,000+ in college scholarships during 12th Grade

They have also prepared this Prep Expert Digital SAT “Mini” Playbook that includes many highlights from the full book, including key strategies such as the “secret” to success on the Digital SAT, the “5 kiss of death” words on Digital SAT Reading, and how to “Test Answer Choices” on Digital SAT Math.

USC is hosting their first TPOP (Troy Philippines Outreach Program) event of the semester on Saturday, Feb. 24th from 12-2 pm. Here are some additional details:

Students will need to be dropped off at the USC Village Fountain where Troy Philippines members will be standing with the Filipino flag to greet them (parents can pick them up at this location once the event ends at 2pm)! Parents are more than welcome to walk their students to the group and meet their members. Please note that the USC Village has an underground parking lot and Trader Joes validates parking for 2 hours.

3301 S Hoover St, Los Angeles, CA 90007 

PLEASE RSVP FOR THIS EVENT HERE

The workshop will take place at Taper Hall with engaging icebreakers, fun activities, introductions to current Troy Philippines members, and information on various career paths. Snacks and water will be provided!

You can check out their website and official TPOP page.  You can also follow their official Instagram @usctpop!

PJ Test Prep’s last scheduled SAT/ACT Practice Test of the spring is coming up next weekend (Feb 17th).  If you are interested please use this link to register:  www.pjtestprep.com/rsvp

You can find their spring SAT/ACT Prep Class schedule on their website: http://www.pjtestprep.com/PJTPschedule.pdf

Thank you to all who were able to join the 11th grade college info night! For students and families who were unable to attend, you can access the slide deck here!

Slide Deck – Just for Juniors, C_O 2025

Don’t forget to attend the 11th grade level college info night tonight!

11th grade: Wednesday, January 31st at 5pm via ZOOM with Sylvia Soria

ZOOM LINK HERE

https://davincischools-org.zoom.us/j/2451866707?pwd=OFZjeXhNN3d0RWZaL1IwRkROdWs1QT09

Free and open to the public, National College Fairs are the perfect place to begin or continue your college search!

Join the NACAC National College Fair – Greater Los Angeles on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 from 9am – 1pm or 6pm – 8:30pm (PT). You can use this link to sign up

Attend a NACAC College Fair to:

Search. Our virtual and in-person fairs can draw representatives from over 600 colleges. The schools are located throughout the US, and from around the globe. Don’t know where to start? Research colleges attending the fair to determine if they meet your search criteria and make sure to reference your College Matchmaking™ email to ensure you connect with your best-fits!

Connect. Ask representatives the questions that are important to you. What’s college life like? What majors are popular on campus? Chatting, whether in-person or virtually, with representatives from a variety of colleges can help you cement your own preferences.

Find. Your dream school is out there!  Let NACAC College Fairs help you find it!

You can find a list of participating colleges/universities HERE!

Dual Enrollment Information Session (Da Vinci Schools)

Thursday, January 25^th 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!

Join Information Session

or

https://elcamino-edu.zoom.us/j/88291330845