This Saturday 2/15- Financial Aid workshop!
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Universal Technical Institute
A representative from Universal Technical Institute (UTI) will be present at Da Vinci Connect High School on Tuesday, February 11th and Thursday, February 20th to share more about their programs. Click here to learn more!
Feel free to reach out to Evelyn, Real World Learning Coordinator, at ehernandezrosas@davincischools.org if you have any questions.
Spring ’25 El Camino Classes for Da Vinci Juniors and Seniors
Hello Connect HS Juniors and Seniors,
This upcoming Spring semester, Da Vinci Schools is offering three dual enrollment courses. Please read below and submit an interest form response if interested:
| COMS 100- Public Speaking(Online) | BUS 101- Introduction to Business(Asynchronous, Online) | HDEV 110- Strategies for Creating Success in College and in Life(Asynchronous, online) |
| In this course, students will compose, present, and evaluate original speeches. Emphasis is placed on audience analysis, topic selection, research, evidence, organization, delivery, and critical analysis of persuasive communication. Students are required to attend out-of-class speaking events.
3 units Transfers to CSU, UC *meets graduation requirements at most CSUs Start Date: February 18th, 2024 |
This course is a survey of organization and management factors influencing the establishment, location, and operation of businesses. This course emphasizes the functional area of accounting as well as the legal framework within which business activities are conducted. The course also emphasizes the principles of Total Quality Management (TQM) in a multicultural and globalized environment.
3 units Transfers to CSU, UC Start Date: February 18th, 2024 |
This course provides an exploration of cognitive, psychological, social and physical factors influencing success. Topics include personal responsibility, critical thinking, motivation, self-efficacy, lifelong learning, health and wellness, and interpersonal communication in a diverse world. Students will identify and utilize strategies and resources for success in college, careers, and life. 3 units Transfers to CSU, UC Start Date: February 18th, 2024 |
Who: Juniors and Seniors who already have an El Camino Student ID (i.e. they have already completed an El Camino College application). Placement is based on academic performance and review.
What: College courses at Da Vinci Schools, through El Camino College. Courses meet transfer requirements for most Cal State and UC campuses.
Why: Get a start on your college credits! It looks great on your college applications.
Cost: Free! The state of California and Da Vinci Schools pick up the costs, including textbook fees. Donations to help cover the cost of the textbooks from families that can are appreciated.
Where: Classes will be held virtually on the El Camino College student portal (Canvas & MyECC).
To be eligible to take a dual enrollment class, the student will need to have passed all their academic classes from first semester, have no credit recovery for A-G classes, and be a junior or senior student. Space is limited and we are accepting forms on a first come first serve basis!
If you are interested, please fill out THIS FORM and Sylvia Soria will get in touch with you.
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Attn: Graduating Seniors Attending El Camino College for Fall 2025
If you are a current 12th grade student and you are planning to attend El Camino College after high school, please keep in mind these important upcoming events:
Monday, March 10th at 2:15pm – an El Camino College rep will be at the Connect HS campus to assist students with submitting an application for Fall of 2025 (even if you have previously submitted an application for El Camino, you will need to submit a new one since you are graduating high school)
Friday, April 4th (time TBD) – Students planning to attend El Camino after high school can join us for a field trip to El Camino College where you will tour the campus, receive additional info on programs and services, and meet with an advisor to get a head start on first-year planning! More info to come!
El Camino College FAFSA Events
The Cash for College Event: This event focuses on providing financial aid application assistance and counseling in English and Spanish.
The Scholarship Webinars: This event is open to everyone; anyone going to college regardless of college choice. (provide key tips on applying for scholarships, how to create a winning scholarship essay, and more)
- Junior & Senior High School Students
- College Students – regardless of college choice
- U.S. Residents and Non-Residents
- Undocumented Students
- International Students
- Parents, teachers and etc.
2025 Los Angeles Black College Expo at SoFi Stadium on Saturday, February 1st
The 2025 Los Angeles Black College Expo at SoFi Stadium on Saturday, February 1st! ALL students are welcome to attend!
Join us for the 26th Annual Los Angeles Black College Expo™ Saturday February 1st taking over SoFi Stadium property starting at 9:00am. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with representatives from a variety of historically black colleges and universities, as well as over 100 other colleges. Over 200 colleges will be in the house. 2 year college, 4 year colleges, trade schools and more. Seminars, information for Student Athletes, Real Talk College vs. High School, How to Start a Business, Booming Careers, Celebrities, Cash & Prizes!
Attend the FREE Black College Expo then get your hot tickets to the Battle of the Bands, hosted by celebrity NICK CANNON. https://www.hondabattleofthebands.com/home
Get ACCEPTED on the Spot! Over 20 milion in Scholarships Available! Then stay for Honda Battle of the Bands! Featuring Bands from Alabama A&M University, Alabama State University, Hampton University, North Carolina A&T, Southern University, University of Arkansas Pine Bluff. Plus, Special Performance by GloRiLLA! And lots of other suprises.
For more info, please CLICK HERE