Student Life

Announcements from Real World Learning Director (4.16.2024)

Dear Class of 2024,

Join the Los Angeles Urban League at the 5th Annual Black High School Graduation!

Graduates from across Los Angeles County will be celebrated during this special event at the Skirball Cultural Center on June 8th at 3:00 pm.

Scholarship applications for the Los Angeles Urban League Black High School Graduation will open soon. Stay connected to their social media (@LAUrbanLeague_) for official the announcement! #LABlackLegacy

RSVP TODAY: https://laul.org/blackgrad/

By Emily Shapiro|2024-04-16T13:36:57-07:00April 16th, 2024|Real World Learning, Student Life|Comments Off

Join the Cast and Crew of Da Vinci’s First-Ever Musical: The Addams Family

Inviting all Da Vinci high school students to join the cast and crew of Da Vinci’s first-ever musical: The Addams Family!

Please click here, or scan the QR code above, for detailed info about auditions, rehearsals, etc. Everyone who would like to participate will be accepted into the production! Auditions are necessary for casting, but no one will be turned away.

See below for information on important upcoming dates and times:

AUDITION PREPARATION RETREAT (optional)

Thursday, Jan. 18
4 – 7pm
Blackbox Theater, 201 N. Douglas Street, El Segundo

We will distribute and review all audition materials, as well as chat about production themes, characters, concepts.

All those interested in being in the CAST must attend all three audition days (see information below for DANCE, VOCAL, and ACTING).

DANCE AUDITIONS

Tuesday, Jan.23
4 – 7 pm
Blackbox Theater, 201 N. Douglas Street, El Segundo

Please come dressed to move. Sweats, dance clothes, etc. Dance shoes are not required, however if you have them, you are invited to wear them. Otherwise, please wear some type of tennis shoe you can dance in safely. EVERYONE ATTENDS FOR THE DURATION.

VOCAL AUDITIONS

Wednesday, Jan. 24
4 – 8:00 pm
Blackbox Theater, 201 N. Douglas Street, El Segundo

All those auditioning will sign up for an individual 8-minute time slot. Click link and it will take you to the vocal audition sign-up spreadsheet.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1307jlDUdSURw8W1WRKmrytqZ_y_YkSh19czsTNagzJ4/edit#gid=0

ACTING AUDITIONS

Thursday, Jan. 25
4 – 7 pm
Blackbox Theater, 201 N. Douglas Street, El Segundo

Everyone will share their short scene and long scene. Please be familiar with all scenes as you may be asked to read for a variety of characters in a variety of scenes. EVERYONE ATTENDS FOR THE DURATION

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CALLBACKS

Friday, Jan. 26
4 – 7 pm
Blackbox Theater, 201 N. Douglas Street, El Segundo
An email with specifics will be sent Thursday evening after Acting Auditions.

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CAST AND CREW PARENT/GUARDIAN MEETING

Tuesday, Jan. 30
6:30 – 7:30pm
Blackbox Theater, 201 N. Douglas Street, El Segundo
Mandatory for all cast and crew to attend, as well as one parent/guardian.

**IMPORTANT NOTE: All those intending to participate as CAST MEMBERS will need to enroll in the new Tuesday/Thursday Musical Theatre Production Seminar. This provides us with an opportunity for some extra rehearsing!

For any questions, contact Diane Feldman, Theater Coordinator, at dfeldman@davincischools.org.

By Emily Shapiro|2024-01-17T15:34:33-08:00January 17th, 2024|Student Life|Comments Off

Rivet School with Da Vinci Virtual Info Session Monday, Jan. 22 at 6:30PM

Dear Da Vinci 12th Grade Students and Families,

We would like to invite you to a virtual information session to learn more about our Rivet School with Da Vinci program.

Rivet School is a reimagined college and career pathway program. Our college program is designed around the needs of students and provides both flexibility and structured accountability to support students in meeting their goals.

In partnership with Rivet School, Da Vinci seniors who choose to continue their journey through the Bridge Program will enroll in college at no cost (free!) to the student or their family. Students will participate in a flexible, online accredited degree program with opportunities for in-person meetings and career-connected learning on the Da Vinci Connect High campus.

Please join us to learn more about this program and if it may be a good fit for your student!

Rivet School with Da Vinci Student & Family Virtual Information Session

🗓️ Dates: Monday, January 22nd at 6:30 PM

📍 Location: Virtual Session (details provided upon RSVP)

💬 Spanish translation available

🔗 Link to RSVP: HERE

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Da Vinci + Rivet Team

By Emily Shapiro|2024-01-17T09:08:05-08:00January 17th, 2024|Events, Student Life|Comments Off

Da Vinci Schools Apparel and Merchandise Store Now Open!

Dear Da Vinci Students, Families, and Staff,

Da Vinci is launching a new Apparel and Merchandise store that will be open for a limited pre-order period on MySchoolBucks!

Students, families and staff can pre-order pullover or zip-up hoodies and polo shirts in youth to adult sizes with your school’s two-color, silk-screened logo. In addition, you can order limited edition 15th Anniversary ceramic mugs and water bottles, and new Da Vinci tote bags!

Place your order today through MySchoolBucks.

The pre-order period ends on Sunday, Nov. 19th at 11:59 p.m.

Once the pre-ordered items are produced, they will be delivered to each school site for distribution through your front offices.

Click HERE to order!

By Emily Shapiro|2023-11-09T11:47:09-08:00November 9th, 2023|Student Life|Comments Off

2023 Summer Career Training Programs – Apply by May 22!

Da Vinci Families,

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a number of Summer Career Training Programs around the trades, entrepreneurship, aviation, and space system designs. All programs will take place at our 201 N. Douglas campus, and will be free and open to all current Da Vinci high school students, including graduating seniors. Space is limited! DEADLINE TO APPLY IS MONDAY, MAY 22.

Please see the flyer for more information about each program:

L.A. Urban League’s Biz Camp Summer Program
Summer Trades Program
Summer Aviation Program
Stellar Camp

If you have any questions please contact Ms. Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real-World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.

By Emily Shapiro|2023-05-15T09:01:08-07:00May 12th, 2023|Events, Real World Learning, Student Life|Comments Off

Da Vinci Extension Information Session – Thursday, April 20 at 6:30PM

Dear Da Vinci 12th Grade Families,

We wish to invite you to an information session next week to learn more about changes to our Da Vinci Extension (DVX) program and an exciting new partnership with Rivet School.

As many of you know, DVX has evolved considerably since it was established in 2015. Each year, we’ve iterated programming based on a variety of factors, but always with students at the center of our decision making. Over the last few months, we have been actively exploring what the next evolution of our DVX program should be. After much discussion and engagement at all levels, from teachers and staff to counselors and leadership, we have decided to focus our efforts on a more streamlined, single program offering with Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) and our new partners at Rivet School. Click here for more info.

By Emily Shapiro|2023-04-14T14:30:12-07:00April 14th, 2023|Student Life|Comments Off

Become a Youth Board Representative for The Del Aire Neighborhood Association – Apply by 4/19!

Future Youth Leaders,

The Del Aire Neighborhood Association (DNA) is looking for 1-2 high-school student leaders who want to serve as YOUTH BOARD REPRESENTATIVES who can help the organization grow, plan community events, and advocate for neighborhood improvements like the Greenway! You can find the application here – apply by April 19th.

Application requirements:

Must be a Del Aire resident
Must be able to commit to serving for 2 years. (so, ideally, incoming freshmen, sophomores and Juniors should apply.

This is a great opportunity for students to participate on the Board and provide a forum to learn about local government and help shape the community.

For more information, please contact Jessica Nolan Daugherty, President of the Del Aire Neighborhood Association at 714-390-6301.

By Emily Shapiro|2023-04-13T14:09:26-07:00April 13th, 2023|Student Life|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

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

Join us for an upcoming seminar with Dr. Vince Bertram, 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|2023-03-21T16:55:17-07:00March 21st, 2023|Student Life|Comments Off

Still Enrolling in Da Vinci’s New Vocal Music/Choir Class
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Still Enrolling in Da Vinci’s New Vocal Music/Choir Class

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Still Enrolling in Da Vinci’s New Vocal Music/Choir Class

Are you looking to improve your vocals or to learn how to sing?

There are still a few spots available to join Da Vinci’s new Vocal Music/Choir class that meets on Mondays and Tuesdays from 4:00-6:00PM in the Black Box Theater.

If interested in participating, please complete the Interest Form here. The next class meets again on Monday, January 23, 2023 at 4:00PM.

This class is open to ALL Da Vinci high school students and there is no prior vocal music/choir experience required. Students are expected to attend both days each week throughout the semester.

Leading the class is Alexi Paraschos, the schools’ new choir teacher. Alexi has more than 14 years of experience as a music teacher and choir director.

We can’t wait to see you there!

By Emily Shapiro|2023-01-19T14:56:27-08:00January 19th, 2023|Student Life|Comments Off