Preparing Your Student For Their Future with Dr. Vince Bertram – Tomorrow!

Last chance to RSVP! Join us for an upcoming seminar with Dr. Vince Bertram tomorrow, April 11th, at 6PM in the Black Box Theater at Da Vinci Schools!

Dr. Bertram is a renowned international speaker, and New York Times best-selling author, dedicated to transforming career learning for students worldwide. Discover how to prepare your student for success in work and life by learning about the value of a college education, skills that matter more than a degree, and the outlook for today’s job market. Space is limited. RSVP here to reserve your spot today!

By Emily Shapiro|2023-04-10T16:07:37-07:00April 10th, 2023|Events|Comments Off

Afro LA Book Club

Hello Connect H.S. students!

Afro LA is starting a youth book club. Their virtual kickoff is this Sunday, April 16th from 2-4 pm. All teens 9th-12th grade are welcome, regardless of where you live in the L.A. area or where/how you go to school.

Afro LA is a solutions-focused, data-driven and community-centered journalism for Los Angeles, told through the lens of the Black community, and with emphasis on how news may disparately impact L.A.’s most vulnerable groups and communities of color.

By Sylvia Soria|2023-04-10T11:56:42-07:00April 10th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Announcements From Real World Learning Director (4.10.2023)

A Netflix x Otis Entertainment Certificate Program – Apply by 4/28!

Do you live and breathe movies, TV, and media? Do you draw, paint, create fan posters, or edit fan trailers? Are you ready to see your work live on in popular culture? Do you have what it takes to shape the future of entertainment marketing?

Otis has teamed up with Netflix and the entertainment industry’s best marketing agencies to provide 18 motivated students of color with career-focused training and a paid apprenticeship opportunity. Beginning in Fall 2023, this program is designed to jumpstart your career developing engaging campaigns for film and TV. This program features three tracks for participants to choose from: Design, Editing, or Illustration. Must be at least 18 years of age.

There are no tuition costs to attend this program. Students will receive a full scholarship that includes a computer, all program materials, and required software. Prospective students must submit their application before Friday, April 28, 2023 to be considered for a scholarship.

Check out the flyer for more information or email Nia Mayes, Program Coordinator, at access.cert@otis.edu.

For students interested in volunteering with Beach Cities Health District:

Beach Cities Health District is seeking an AdventurePlex Adventure Assistant. The Assistant must be available for a 6-month commitment once a week for the following shifts: Sat, 9 am-12 pm or 12 pm-3 pm and Sun 10 am-1 pm. Candidates must be 14 years of age or older. A TB test and drug screen and background check are required if participants are 18+. Duties will consist of ensuring that children experience a fun, educational, and safe environment by monitoring Adventure Room and/or Toddler Town. Volunteers will maintain a safe and clean environment, assist with various activities, (e.g.; Arts & Crafts, ropes course, rock climbing, Puppet Show, Costume Play, Story Time), assist instructors with setting up and organizing activities, and assist the front desk as needed. If interested, please fill out an application here and someone from Volunteer Services will contact you.

There is also a volunteer position available that supports this program that ends in the summer. If interested, please fill out an application at www.bchd.org/volunteer and someone from Volunteer Services will contact you.

For more information, please contact Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.

Click here to see other Real World Learning opportunities.

By Emily Shapiro|2023-04-10T09:50:06-07:00April 10th, 2023|Real World Learning|Comments Off

Williams College: fly in program for rising Seniors!

The 2023 Windows on Williams (WOW) application is now available for rising seniors. The WOW fly-in program provides about 150 high-achieving seniors an all-expenses-paid opportunity to visit campus and experience the Williams community. WOW is a selective program open to rising seniors in the U.S. and Puerto Rico; preference is given to high-achieving students who couldn’t otherwise afford to visit Williams.

WOW participants stay in dorms with current students, attend classes, meet with professors, and learn about our admission process and our extraordinary financial aid program. Please apply using this link by either of our two deadlines: July 1 or August 1, and feel free to contact us with any questions.

Williams College is a private, liberal arts college located in Massachusetts. For more info about Williams College, please CLICK HERE

By Erin Knott|2023-04-05T13:19:20-07:00April 5th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off

UCLA Riordan Scholars Program opportunity for rising 10th, 11th, 12th grade students

The Riordan Scholars Program

The Riordan Scholars Program targets 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students who are college bound and interested in developing the necessary leadership skills to succeed in business and college. Scholars exemplify an extraordinary level of responsibility and devotion to their academic career.

Click below to learn more:

Learn More

Eligibility Requirements

Rising high school sophomore, junior, or senior (limited space available for seniors)
Will be the first generation of their family to attend a four-year college in the United States
Must have demonstrated leadership skills and community service involvement
Cumulative grade point average of at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Residing in or near the Los Angeles area

Curriculum Overview

8 Saturday sessions at UCLA Anderson School of Management
Personal mentors who are UCLA Anderson MBA students
Real Estate and Stock Market competitions
5 additional SAT preparation workshops (for entering sophomores and juniors)
Guest lectures from top industry leaders
College application and financial aid workshops
Leadership development seminars
Northern California College Tour

*ALL of the above is provided on a tuition-FREE basis!

Interested in enhancing your leadership skills and preparing for college?

Application Deadline: June 23, 2023

Click below to apply now:

Apply Now

Questions?

For more information, contact:
Senior Program Manager, Cheyenne Luna
cheyenne.luna@anderson.ucla.edu

By Erin Knott|2023-04-05T11:54:02-07:00April 5th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Using CLEP Exams to Earn College Credit

As College Decision Day approaches on May 1, families may want to take a moment to learn about the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) for students to potentially earn college credit and test out of certain general education courses at 2,900 participating colleges across the U.S.

Administered by the College Board, CLEP is a non-school sponsored opportunity. CLEP exams allow students who are already proficient in a particular subject(s) to test out of introductory courses and move to more advanced courses sooner, saving time and money toward their degree. Students take CLEP exams at an official CLEP test center or at home with remote proctoring. Students receives scores immediately after completing the exam except for College Composition and Spanish with Writing.

To learn more about this program, visit clep.collegeboard.org.

Many thanks to DVD parent Carolyn Mortley who shared this resource with us.

By Emily Shapiro|2023-03-31T09:51:13-07:00March 31st, 2023|Student Life|Comments Off

Youth & Young Adult Job Fair- RSVP Deadline Extended to 4/7

The South Bay Workforce Investment Board is hosting its 23rd Annual Youth and Young Adult Job Fair on April 19, 2023, from 9am to 1pm at El Camino College. This event is open to participants over the age of 16. Transportation will be provided to and from the event via a bus that will be leaving from the 201 N. Douglas campus at 8:00am. Please note that spots are limited and not guaranteed. The deadline to RSVP is Friday, April 7th at 3pm. Those that are selected will receive an email with further instructions from Crissel Rodriguez, the Director of Real-World Learning. If you are interested in participating, please fill out this form.

For more information, please contact Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.

Click here to see other Real World Learning opportunities.

By Emily Shapiro|2023-03-30T15:11:48-07:00March 30th, 2023|Real World Learning|Comments Off

Preparing Your Student For Their Future with Dr. Vince Bertram – April 11th!

Join us for an upcoming seminar with Dr. Vince Bertram on April 11th at 6Pm in the Black Box Theater at Da Vinci Schools! Dr. Bertram is a renowned international speaker, and New York Times best-selling author, dedicated to transforming career learning for students worldwide. Discover how to prepare your student for success in work and life by learning about the value of a college education, skills that matter more than a degree, and the outlook for today’s job market. Space is limited. RSVP here to reserve your spot today!

By Emily Shapiro|2023-03-30T14:59:50-07:00March 30th, 2023|Events|Comments Off

Attention Seniors! The Yearbook staff needs you!

Attention all Seniors! Please submit your senior quote and future plans responses in these google forms- we want to celebrate you and your future endeavors. Also, all Connect students that were involved in any Da Vinci sports teams please send a picture of you in your uniform, holding awards, with teammates, etc. The Yearbook Club appreciates your participation. Have a phenomenal break!

Click on this link below to access the 3 google forms to submit your responses and any photos:

Master Document of Yearbook Links

By Erin Knott|2023-03-30T13:03:16-07:00March 30th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Reminder…Attention Seniors! Grad night and Prom ticket info!

Please log onto MySchoolBucks and purchase Grad night and prom tickets by:

Grad Nite ticket: purchased by April 3rd

Prom tickets: purchased by April 23rd

If you haven’t created an account yet, please reference this slideshow for help: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1HHYWtDlhq1NvzVRNzScJMtKWO-2lzFHHhZAJedc26gY/edit#slide=id.p

Prom and guest contracts will be coming soon- stay tuned for more info regarding this.

By Erin Knott|2023-03-29T09:52:10-07:00March 29th, 2023|Uncategorized|Comments Off

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The Riordan Scholars Program

Eligibility Requirements

Curriculum Overview

Interested in enhancing your leadership skills and preparing for college?