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For 12th grade students and families:

Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Zoom (link will be emailed to 12th grade families)

Dear 12th Grade Students and Families,

We are excited to invite you to our Post-High School Informational Night on Zoom, where we will be discussing important steps and resources to support your post-secondary plans. This session will cover topics such as:

• Navigating the college application process
• Exploring alternative post-secondary options (trade schools, gap years, etc.)
• Important deadlines and requirements
• Resources for financial aid and scholarships

Whether you’re planning to attend college, explore other opportunities, or are still undecided, this event will provide valuable insights to help you make informed decisions. 

Submit Your Questions
We encourage families to submit their questions ahead of time using this Google Form. Please submit your questions by Tuesday, September 10, at 4:00 PM, so we can address them during the session.

Recording Available
If you’re unable to attend, don’t worry! A recording of the webinar will be available for both students and families.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Hello Senior Students and Families,

As you prepare for the college application process, many of you will apply for financial aid.  One of those funding options is our State Grant, called the Cal Grant.  The Cal Grant is funding for college that students do not pay back. The Cal Grant can be used at any University of California (UC), California State University (CSU) or California Community College, as well as qualifying independent (private) and career colleges or technical schools in California.

To qualify, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) and meet the eligibility and financial requirements as well as any minimum GPA requirements.  Eligibility is based on your FAFSA or CADAA responses, your verified high school Cal Grant GPA, the type of California colleges you list on your FAFSA and whether you’re a recent high school graduate. To learn more about the qualifications, please visit www.calgrants.org.

Da Vinci Connect High School is required to submit student’s verified GPA to the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC). By law families can “opt out” of this process if you do not want Connect HS to submit your student’s verified GPA. If you choose to “opt out”, this means your student will not be eligible to receive a Cal Grant. In order to “opt-out”, please complete the attached form below and return to Sylvia Soria via email at ssoria@davincischools.org no later than September 28, 2024. If you do not return the “opt-out” form, Connect HS will submit your student’s verified GPA to the CSAC to determine your student’s Cal Grant eligibility.

To obtain an opt-out form click on this link: Cal Grant GPA Opt–Out Form

Calling all High School Seniors! $10,000 Scholarships Available

A message from Pitzer College!

We’re excited to tell you that we’ve extended our 2024 Preview Pitzer application deadline until this Sunday, September 1st, at 11:59pm PDT.

The Fall Preview Pitzer Program is a fully-funded, multi-day visit program for prospective first-year applicants to experience all things Pitzer. This year’s program will run from Monday, October 7 to Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Preview Pitzer is designed to provide high school seniors from underrepresented racial, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds across the U.S. an opportunity to immerse themselves in Pitzer’s vibrant community and explore the Claremont Colleges. All prospective students who are current seniors are welcome to apply.

Apply Now!

Preview Pitzer is a selective, all-expenses paid opportunity to experience Pitzer firsthand. Prospective students will meet current students and faculty, stay in an on-campus residence hall, connect with admissions and financial aid staff, sit in on classes, explore all five Claremont Colleges, and learn about Pitzer’s student organizations and athletics.

If you have any questions, please contact our program staff at Preview_Pitzer@pitzer.edu or call (909) 621-8129.

Did you know El Camino College has a dedicated web page for students interested in Dual Enrollment? Discover Dual Enrollment HERE!

Topics include: 

-Eligibility

-Steps to Apply

-Course Restrictions by Grade Level

-Help and Events

You will also find a helpful walkthrough of the application process HERE – just scroll down and click the “Help to Apply PDF” button!

Greetings Connect High School Students!

Da Vinci Schools is offering 4 dual enrollment partnership courses with El Camino College. All courses are asynchronous online and start next week!

*VERY IMPORTANT: for students who have never applied to El Camino College, you will need to attend an application workshop on Monday 8/26 from 3-4:30p at the 201 N. Douglas campus (in the RWL Center computer lab). Students should know their SSN# (if they have one) and whether or not their family is considered a military family when they come.

To be eligible to take a dual enrollment class, the student will need to have passing grades for all academic classes, and have no credit recovery for a-g classes. Space is limited and we are accepting forms on a first come,  first serve basis!

AJ 100- Introduction to Administration of Justice
(Asynchronous, Online) – 3 units

This course introduces students to the characteristics of the criminal justice system in the United States. Focus is placed on examining crime measurement, theoretical explanations of crime, responses to crime, components of the system, and current challenges to the system. The course examines the evolution of the principles and approaches utilized by the justice system and the evolving forces which have shaped those principles and approaches. Although justice structure and process are examined in a cross context, emphasis is placed on the United States justice system, particularly the structure and function of police, courts, and corrections. Students are introduced to the origins and development of criminal law, legal process, sentencing, and incarceration policies.

9th-12th Grade students can enroll in this course

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BUS 101- Introduction to Business
(Asynchronous, Online) – 3 units

This course is a survey of organization and management factors influencing the establishment, location, and operation of businesses. This course emphasizes the functional area of accounting as well as the legal framework within which business activities are conducted. The course also emphasizes the principles of Total Quality Management (TQM) in a multicultural and globalized environment.

Only 11th and 12th Grade students can enroll in this course

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HDEV 110- Strategies for Success in College and Life
(Asynchronous, Online) – 3 units (this is a 8-week course that begins October 23rd)

HDEV 110 is designed to help students develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviors necessary for academic success and personal development. The course covers topics such as goal setting, time management, learning styles, study strategies, critical thinking, and self-awareness. Additionally, it addresses the social and emotional aspects of college life, including stress management, motivation, and interpersonal communication. The course encourages students to explore their educational and career goals while equipping them with tools to navigate the challenges of college and beyond.

Only 11th and 12th Grade students can enroll in this course

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FILM 110- Film Analysis and Appreciation
(Asynchronous, Online) – 3 units

This course provides an introduction to the art and language of film. It covers the critical analysis of film form, narrative structures, genres, and the historical development of cinema. The course explores the major elements of film, including cinematography, editing, sound, and production design, as well as the cultural, social, and ideological contexts in which films are made and received. Students will view and discuss a variety of films, developing skills in film analysis and an appreciation for the artistic and cultural significance of cinema.

Only 11th and 12th Grade students can enroll in this course

If you are interested, please fill out THIS FORM. and Sylvia Soria will get in touch with you.

Da Vinci Schools is hosting a talk with Kim Girard, an author and life coach, as she shares about how to best prepare kids for freshmen year and how to recognize the early signs that your student might be struggling.

The talk will be hosted at the Da Vinci Science campus in the Galileo Room at 6 pm on Wednesday, 5/22

201 N. Douglas Street, El Segundo, 90245

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) 2024 has officially been released and registration opens mid-May (official date TBD). You can view the online schedule of classes by visiting www.elcamino.edu/schedule.

If you would like to sign up for classes or explore what classes are available to you as a dual enrolled high school student, please use this QR code and your counselor will reach out to schedule a meeting: