CLICK HERE to register for a info session with Coast to Coast, a joint travel partnership among Dartmouth College, Northwestern University, Princeton University, University of California-Berkeley, and Vanderbilt University. Because each of the institutions practices holistic admissions within a highly selective environment, they have partnered to offer insight into the seemingly complex admissions process.  There are several dates and times in September, so choose one that best fits your schedule!

Spelman College is a private, historically black, all female, liberal arts college located in Atlanta, Georgia.  Spelman was founded in 1881 and is a highly competitive college.

They are having a preview session here in Los Angeles.

Please see the flyer below for more information.

Dear Parents/Guardians and Students of Da Vinci Communications, Design, Science and Connect High Schools:

Last night some of you may have received texts, emails and/or calls from students, parents and community members about a threat to our schools posted on a social media platform that was then further disseminated on other social media sites.

After having received the initial notification about the threat, the El Segundo Police Department (ESPD) was contacted and they immediately launched an investigation in collaboration with Da Vinci Schools regarding this matter. They were provided with all necessary information including information that we received last night from students, parents, and DV staff members. Thanks to everyone’s assistance and cooperation, the individual(s) involved were identified and the matter has been dealt with safely.

Having verified that the threat was deemed not to be credible, has been neutralized, and that those involved have been dealt with, the affected schools, DV Communications, Design, Science and Connect high schools will be open and in session today, Wednesday, September 8, 2021.

All of our safety measures will be in place as always and we will make sure to do everything possible to continue to provide a safe learning environment for our students and staff. In an abundance of caution, ESPD will have officers present on site throughout the day.

If you have any questions or further concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me.

Be well and be safe,

Vicente Bravo
Chief Administrative Officer
Da Vinci Schools
201 N. Douglas Street
Office – #1308-Musician
El Segundo, CA 90245
(424) 290-3244 direct
(310) 725-5800, Ext. 1308 main
vbravo@davincischools.org

We will begin Back to School Night with the Administrators and Counselors on this link.  After a brief introduction we will follow the calendar below.  Please check with your students or log into PowerSchool to get your student’s specific schedule so you know when and where to join the class.  Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow night!

CLICK HERE for the Daily Tracker! Its a “one stop shop” for all your assignments, due dates, what was covered in class, etc.! Families, its a great tool to stay up to date with what your student is learning in class and what assignments/assessments are due/upcoming. Students- use the daily tracker to plan your aynchrounous work days!

Back to School night is next week on Wednesday September 8 in the evening. More info to come from admin soon!

This Monday September 6 is the Labor Day holiday- no school!

Have a good weekend!

To All Connect High School Students and Families

NOTICE: Update on the progress regarding the construction of the new 550 Continental Blvd. Campus for DV Connect H.S. and DVX.  

Originally, Connect H.S. was tentatively scheduled to move into the new campus by Tuesday, September 7^th.  Because of the delay, Connect H.S. will need to continue to provide instruction for our students at the 201 Campus using the Skybox, the Blackbox and the Music Room for classes through the end of the month until October 1^st, at which time we will again plan for the move to the new campus.

Para todas las familias y estudiantes de Connect High School

Aviso: Actualización en el progreso de la construcción del nuevo sitio 550 continental Blvd.  para DV Connect H.S. y DVX

 Originalmente, Connect H.S. tenía programado, tentativamente para mudarse al nuevo sitio, el martes 7 de septiembre. Debido al retraso, Connect H.S. tendrá que continuar brindando instrucción a nuestros estudiantes en el sitio de 201 usando Skybox, Blackbox y el salón de música para las clases hasta el 1 de octubre. El momento en el que nuevamente planificaremos el traslado al nuevo sitio.

UCLA’s annual Fall Open House will be virtual this year and will take place from Saturday, September 25 through Thursday, September 30. To best serve our prospective students and their families, we will offer programming on Saturday and in the evenings Monday through Thursday. Students and families will have an opportunity to gain insight about the admission process, learn more about the incredible academic opportunities available to them, participate in student panels, virtually tour campus and experience Bruin pride firsthand.

Registration is required, students can make a reservation here.

Studio Orchestra is a seminar, meeting 2:15pm-4pm, on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This time block is a combination of the overlapping DVS, DVC, & DVD and DV Connect schedules, and the “meat” of the class will be between 2:45-4pm.  Anyone with at least 1 year of Wind or String Orchestra experience is welcome to join. DV Connect HS students are welcome to join after school at 3:15pm if they have class on Tues/Thurs. If it it your asynchrounous day you are welcome to join at start time 2:15pm.

Students and parents are welcome to contact Toby Harwell (instructor) with any questions, and the first meeting will be held this Thursday, Sept. 2nd, either in the 201 music room or outdoors in the west quad area. Signs will be posted.

Contact Toby at tharwell@davincischools.org with any further questions.

As a reminder, DV Connect HS Picture Day will be next Thursday Sept 9 and Friday Sept 10 during the school day. Rotation schedule to be determined. Below is the info to purchase pictures:

Picture Day for DV Connect HS will be Thursday September 9th and Friday Septmeber 10th! Mark your calendars!