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Announcements From Real World Learning Director (9.20.2023)
Sling Pilot Academy is offering a Commercial Drone Pilot Scholarship
This scholarship is intended for students who are interested in aviation careers. Commercial drone pilots are professionals who operate drones for private businesses or local and federal government agencies. Drone pilots can use their skills to collect information and imagery. To apply click here.
Selection Criteria:
-Ability to start the course soon and finish before March 1, 2024
-Interested in aviation and possibly a career with either drones or as a Commercial Pilot
-Preferably in High School or recently-graduated (not essential)
-From the local area
-Students from rural areas or disadvantaged circumstances to be represented
-Ethnic minorities to be represented
Prerequisites:
Minimum age: 16
Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ms. Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.
For a list of other current Real World Learning Opportunities, please click here.
El Camino College Auto Technology Information Session Today 9/20
The El Camino College Auto Technology Information Session for parents & students is this Wednesday, Sept. 20 from 6:00pm-7:15pm.
Please RSVP here.
For the flyer and links, please click HERE
Attention 10th Grade Families!
Connect High School will be hosting the PSAT on Wednesday, October 25th at 8:30am.
There will be a Google Form link emailed out to 10th grade students and their parents/guardians this afternoon – Tuesday, September 19th. If you would like to be eligible to take the PSAT, you will have to submit your request on the Google Form no later than Thursday, September 29th.
Before you submit your response, please note that:
The PSAT test will take place on Wednesday, October 25th – this is an asynchronous day for Connect HS, so you will need to arrange for transportation to the Da Vinci Connect HS campus.
There will be limited space available for 10th grade students. Not all students who register will be able to take the PSAT on October 25th.
Students will need to arrive no later than 8:30am. Late arrivals will not be admitted to the test.
Once you are registered for the PSAT, you will be notified with more information on specifics for the test date.
Free Portfolio Development Advice Opportunity for College Admissions!
The National Portfolio Day Association’s mission is to provide students who are interested in the arts with free portfolio development advice for college/university admission. Students are able to meet with counselors, admissions team members, and faculty from art and design schools for a portfolio review. Here is a list of their upcoming events. Students are highly encouraged to register soon:
Online:
In-Person
S.A.G.E Voter Registration Booth
In honor of National Voter Registration Day on September 19, S.A.G.E. will have a voter registration booth in the Student Union during lunch. The registration process will be entirely done on the student’s phone by scanning the QR codes displayed on the booth. To pre-register, students must:
- Be a U.S. Citizen,
- 16 to 17 to pre-register
- 18 to register to vote
- Have a picture of the last four digits of their social security number
- Preferred – Have your California ID or driver’s license
Announcement from the Forensic Science Club!
Hello everyone. On Thursday (21st) and Friday (22nd), please wear blue to celebrate National Forensic Science Week! This is to recognize the contributions forensic science has made to the justice system and have fun while doing so. We look forward to seeing your outfits!
Senior Family College Info Night slidedeck
Thank you for attending Senior Family College Info Night on Tuesday with Erin! CLICK HERE for the slidedeck. Please email Erin with any questions and don’t forget to sign up for your 1:1 meeting with Erin to discuss your student’s post secondary plans!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FA4AB2FA13-seniors
A Message from DV Connect Lit Club!
✨ Get ready to ignite your creativity! DV Connect Lit Highschool Literary Arts Magazine is gearing up for Club Day ✨
🗓️ Join us this Thursday, September 14th, on campus to prepare for the club day! Here are the details:
📍 Location: Learning Space 2 🕒 Time: 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM
Club Day is our chance to showcase the literary and artistic talents within our school community.. Here’s what you need to know:
1️⃣ Creative Minds Unite: Bring your imaginative ideas to the table as we brainstorm ways to make our Club Day booth stand out. From interactive displays to captivating visuals, your input matters!
2️⃣ Artistic Flair: If you have any artistic skills or materials, please bring them along! We’ll be working on some eye-catching decorations to bring our booth to life.
And guess what? We’ve got SNACKS on deck! 🍪🥤 Spread the word, tag your fellow literary artists, and let’s make this Club Day a celebration of creativity and expression! 📖🎨
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