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Attention Juniors! Apply now to the Bezos Scholars Program!

Program Details

The program is a yearlong, no-cost leadership development opportunity, so that young people with passion can start making a difference today.

Each year, 17 high school juniors and an educator from each of their schools are selected from across the United States and Africa.

To apply, students must:

  • Attend a public high school that serves communities facing economic barriers.
  • Be a current junior enrolled in or having completed at least one advanced course (Honors, AP, IB, etc.).
  • Commit to the full yearlong program, which starts in May of their Junior year.
  • Nominate a school staff member as their educator nominee, who submits a recommendation and would participate fully in the program alongside them.

Review full eligibility for schools and students, and check out our Meet the Scholars page to learn who was selected for last year’s cohort!

Program Benefits and Commitments

All-expenses-paid experience of a lifetime. The program kicks off with a trip to Aspen, CO, for students and educators that includes access to the Aspen Ideas Festival.
Learn from inspiring global leaders and build lasting friendships. Join a community of talented students and educators from across the U.S. and Africa, and upon completion of the program, join an extensive Alum Network.
 Dedicate 10-20 hours per month. Scholars participate in virtual workshops, receive ongoing mentorship, leadership development, free college advising and $1,000 in funding to launch a Community Change Project to make a difference in their hometowns.

Start the online application soon. The deadline to apply is January 15, 2026.

See Erin with any questions!

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Sign up for a CSU Long Beach tour!

 

Welcome to California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) — a large campus with a small-town feel!

At CSULB, we are a diverse, student-centered, and globally engaged public university where our mission

is to shape an inclusive and affirming experience for students to grow, thrive, and succeed.

Our vision is to transform the lives of students, their families, and our communities.

One of the best ways to experience The Beach is through our Campus Tours — we invite you to come and see what makes CSULB so special!

 

Available Weekend Tours- family provides their own transportation to and from CSULB

November 15th and December 6th

Tour Times: 9AM, 10AM, 11AM, and 12PM

Family/Individual Tours: Learn more & register here

Group Tours: Learn more & register here

 

Stay Tuned: Spring 2026 Tour Dates will go live next week!

 

Accessibility Accommodations

Students with disabilities may request accommodations by contacting the Bob Murphy Access Center (BMAC) before scheduling a tour at (562) 985-5401 | bmac@csulb.edu | bmac@csulb.edu

Shakarian Student Success Center (SSSC), Room 110 | Business Hours: Monday – Friday, 8AM – 5PM

 

Should you have any questions or concerns please email us at Outreach@csulb.edu or contact Linda Williams at Linda.Williams@csulb.edu

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PJ Test Prep- free and low cost ACT/SAT Practice test and seminar!

Please see the below flyer from PJ Test Prep. Below is the latest round of SAT/ACT Practice Test + Seminar winter dates (RSVP link here) especially for Juniors! Time to start to think about prepping headed into Spring or Seniors hoping for one last Practice attempt/tips before the December test. In person seats at $10 and zoom seats are FREE!

PJ Test Prep also offers TUTORING (SAT/ACT/Essays but also all academic subjects), and our 2026 Class Schedule is now up at www.pjtestprep.com, and everything is currently on sale! This option would be at cost to the family.

Questions? Contact:

Paul Jury
Director, PJ Test Prep
paul@pjtestprep.com
(310) 529-7285

 

 

 

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Join El Camino College for “College Night”!

 

 

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Reminder: UC Santa Barbara Visit Today at 11:50 AM (Room 1 or Zoom)

Hi Seniors and Families,

This is a friendly reminder that UC Santa Barbara will be visiting today, Monday, October 27th, during lunch at 11:50 AM in Room 1. A UCSB representative will share information about admissions, academic programs, and campus life — a great opportunity to learn more about what UCSB has to offer.
If you’re unable to attend in person, please join us via the Zoom link below:

Join Zoom Meeting
https://davincischools-org.zoom.us/j/95452798903?pwd=4x9KI2ySXzn7dDSnfrEtShdasmF7NT.1

Meeting ID: 954 5279 8903
Passcode: 584487

We hope to see you there!

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LifeLaunch In-Person Info Session October 23rd! | Sesión Informativa Presencial de LifeLaunch — ¡23 de octubre!

Dear Families,

We invite you to join us for the upcoming LifeLaunch Information Session on Thursday, October 23rd from 6:00–7:00 PM at the Black Box Theater (201 N Douglas St, El Segundo, CA 90245).

LifeLaunch offers graduating seniors the opportunity to continue their education tuition-free, choosing between two exciting post-high school pathways:

  • College Pathway with Rivet School: Students can earn college credit, an Associate’s Degree (AA), or even a Bachelor’s Degree (BA) while receiving personalized academic and career support.
  • Career Pathways (Healthcare or Aviation): Students can gain industry-recognized certifications/licenses and hands-on experience that prepare them for in-demand, high-growth careers — all at no cost.

LifeLaunch provides hybrid learning options, personalized guidance, and career coaching, helping students take their next step with confidence — whether their goal is to enter the workforce or continue their college journey.

We encourage all seniors and their families to attend this important session to learn more about how LifeLaunch supports students in building a strong and affordable foundation for their future.

For questions, please contact Ebony Bobadilla at ebobadilla@davincischools.org.

Warm regards,

The LifeLaunch Team


Estimadas familias,

Les invitamos a asistir a la Sesión Informativa de LifeLaunch el jueves 23 de octubre de 6:00 a 7:00 p.m. en el Black Box Theater (201 N Douglas St, El Segundo, CA 90245).

LifeLaunch ofrece a los estudiantes que se gradúan la oportunidad de continuar su educación sin costo alguno, eligiendo entre dos caminos emocionantes después de la preparatoria:

  • Camino Universitario (Rivet School): Los estudiantes pueden obtener créditos universitarios, un título de asociado (AA) o incluso una licenciatura (BA), con apoyo académico y profesional personalizado.
  • Caminos Profesionales (Salud o Aviación): Los estudiantes pueden obtener certificaciones reconocidas por la industria y experiencia práctica que los preparan para carreras con alta demanda — todo sin costo alguno.

LifeLaunch ofrece opciones de aprendizaje hibrido, orientación personalizada y asesoramiento profesional, ayudando a los estudiantes a dar el siguiente paso con confianza, ya sea que deseen ingresar al mundo laboral o continuar su formación universitaria.

Animamos a todos los estudiantes del último año y a sus familias a asistir a esta importante sesión para conocer cómo LifeLaunch puede ayudarles a construir un futuro sólido y accesible.

Si tiene preguntas, puede comunicarse con Ebony Bobadilla al ebobadilla@davincischools.org.

Atentamente,

El equipo de LifeLaunch

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