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USC Summer Programs (Summer 2024)

 

Application for High School Programs

The online application for the USC Summer 2024 Program is NOW OPEN!

USC Summer Programs offers current high school freshmen, sophomore and junior students a preview of “freshmen year” through their college immersion experience. Students explore Los Angeles as a laboratory for cultural learning beyond the traditional classroom. Their programs are designed to combine college level course work, academic field trips, and structured extracurricular activities.

USC Summer Programs offers 4-week courses in a variety of subjects from which students choose one course for intense study. Courses are interactive, engaging, and challenging, and students receive 3 units of transferrable USC elective credit upon successful completion. Students can choose from courses in the following subject areas:

  • Architecture
  • Business
  • Engineering & Info Tech
  • Global Studies
  • Communication & Journalism
  • Performing Arts
  • Pre-Health/Science
  • Pre-Law
  • Writing & Critical Thinking.

To find out more about the program, visit the USC Summer Program website HERE.

By |2023-12-07T09:23:14-08:00December 7th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on USC Summer Programs (Summer 2024)
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RSVP As A Vendor For The DV Staff Health and Wellness Fair- Jan. 12th

Dear Da Vinci Community,

We are excited to host our first annual Da Vinci Staff Health and Wellness Fair on Friday, January 12th, 2024. We are looking for additional vendors and we’re reaching out to our Da Vinci community for businesses that would like to participate.

Participating in the Health and Wellness Fair is an opportunity for your business to connect with our dedicated staff members, showcase your products or services, and contribute to the overall well-being of our school community. Whether you offer fitness classes, nutritional products, wellness consultations, or any other health-related services, your involvement can make a meaningful impact. We welcome your creativity and input to tailor your involvement to best suit your business.

Event Details:
Date: Friday, January 12th, 2024
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: Blackbox Theater
201 N. Douglas St. El Segundo, CA 90245

Da Vinci will provide tables and chairs for participants upon RSVP. Reserve your booth today at no cost by emailing Debbie Evans at devans@davincischools.org. 

Sincerely,
Da Vinci Wellness Committee

By |2023-12-06T14:31:50-08:00December 6th, 2023|Events|Comments Off on RSVP As A Vendor For The DV Staff Health and Wellness Fair- Jan. 12th
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Attention Seniors! Some CSU campuses have extended their deadline to submit an application!

Attention Seniors! While the most competitive CSU campus deadline to submit an application for Fall 2024 admission has passed on Nov. 30 (ex: CSU Long Beach, CSU Fullerton, San Jose State to name a few), some of the CSUs have decided to extend their deadlines past Nov. 30! CSUs like Cal State Northridge, CSU Dominguez Hills, CSU Channel Islands, CSU East Bay (to name a few) have new deadlines of mid-January, and some end of January. Please CLICK HERE for a complete list of CSU campuses that are offering extended deadlines. Please note- some campuses’ extended deadlines are only open to certain majors. Please click on the link above to view this info, as well. See Erin if you have any questions!

By |2023-12-06T13:49:37-08:00December 6th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Attention Seniors! Some CSU campuses have extended their deadline to submit an application!
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Announcements from Real World Learning Director (12.6.2023)

Hello Da Vinci Families,

We hope you are all enjoying the fall season! As we continue striving to support all our students to reach their goals beyond high school, we are excited to learn more about the real-world impact our school is having on your lives.

During this semester, our school blogs have been promoting exciting real-world experiences, from eye-opening career events to connecting students to inspiring people. We want to capture the essence of these moments and celebrate the impact they have on our community.

How Can You Contribute?

We invite you to share your personal photos, quotes, anecdotes, or stories related to the real-world experiences we’ve highlighted on our announcements. Your contributions will not only help us create a more vibrant and connected community but also showcase the unique and valuable experiences our school provides.

What to Share:

  • Memorable photos from school events or outings.
  • Quotes or reflections from your child about their favorite experiences.
  • Anecdotes or stories that highlight the positive impact of our real-world learning initiatives.

How to Submit:

  • Email your contributions to crodriguez@davincischools.org or text them to 424-209-7683.
  • Include your child’s name, Da Vinci School, grade, and a brief description with each submission.
  • Feel free to share as much or as little as you’d like – every contribution is valued!

Deadline for Submissions: Friday, December 15

We look forward to seeing the world through your eyes and sharing these moments with our extended Da Vinci family! 

By |2023-12-06T12:22:16-08:00December 6th, 2023|Real World Learning|Comments Off on Announcements from Real World Learning Director (12.6.2023)
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Dia de los Muertos ofrenda- please claim your items!

Thank you to everyone who participated in honoring their loved ones, and adding cempasúchil (marigolds) and offerings to the ofrenda for Día de los Muertos! A special thank you to Senior Aaron Diaz and his mom, Abril, for providing the altar and decorations! Lauren has saved the written names, photos, and other added elements — if you are interested in claiming them, please find her to get them back. ¡Muchas gracias de nuevo!

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Announcements from Real World Learning Director (11.30.2023)

The Real World Learning Team Presents: RWL Workshops

Career-Learning Opportunity- Today!
November 30th, 4-5 PM
Real World Learning Center @ 201 N. Douglas

We will be welcoming an exciting guest speaker, Andrea Howard, to share her experiences as a birth and postpartum doula!

Learn more about amazing RWL Opportunities here!
Questions can be directed to Nordia Simmonds, the Real World Learning Coordinator, at @nsimmonds@davincischools.org.

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Announcements from Real World Learning Director (11.28.2023)

For students interested in art:

Angels Gate Cultural Center is hosting their Fall 2023 Open Art Studios Day, December 2nd, 12-4pm.

Location:
Angels Gate Cultural Center
3601 S. Gaffey Street
San Pedro, CA 90731

Open Studios Day is a free, all-ages event that provides a glimpse into the process, art, and lives of local artists who create at Angels Gate Cultural Center (AGCC). Over 50 local artists will open their studio doors to the public for a peek into their art practice and an opportunity to purchase their work. The event includes many avenues to engage with art and support local artists, and coincides with an Artist Talk and Gallery Walkthrough of RED EARTH GAZE in the AGCC gallery.

Free events will take place throughout the day, including a Family Art Workshop for all ages, live demonstrations from AGCC’s roster of Community Classes, and a mural unveiling of AGCC’s Teen Mural Club latest large-scale public art piece on site. Visitors will be able to purchase creations by local artists in a Holiday Art Sale in Building H.

 

For students interested in a career in the film industry:

The  NewFilmmakers Los Angeles’ Student Mentorship Program has an upcoming session on Sunday, December 10th, and they still have 6 spots available for students. 

Below is a general overview of the program:

  • Each student is only allowed to participate once and they must be a current LA County-based high school student. Participants will be paired with a production mentor during their time on set and will learn about directing, cinematography, lighting, producing, sound mixing and more. Students will also have the opportunity to meet the filmmakers on set and also receive IMDB credit for their participation.
  • The program is held on Sundays, once a month, from 9:30 am – 5:30 pm. 
  • Location: TBD
  • Lunch and snacks will be provided to the students.

What you need to do:

  • Students must  send their application via this link.
  • Parents/guardians must sign the release forms and send them to nfmlacinesessions@gmail.com. 
  • Please make sure to inform the student to regularly check their email and respond to the invitation as soon as possible to reserve a spot. 

Spots will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. NewFilmmakers will send a confirmation email to the student once they have been admitted to the program, so please remind them to check their inbox/spam folder regularly.

 

Learn more about amazing RWL Opportunities here!
For more information, please contact Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.

By |2023-11-28T10:54:09-08:00November 28th, 2023|Real World Learning|Comments Off on Announcements from Real World Learning Director (11.28.2023)
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