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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!

RACC (Reginal Admission Counselors of California) is happy to announce their Virtual Out of State College Night Series is returning this fall. The dates are listed below, click on a date to register to attend:

September 13, 2021
September 29, 2021
October 11, 2021
October 25, 2021
November 10, 2021

Students will learn about the benefits of attending college outside of California, and our RACC institutions will share information about opportunities at their schools. Hear highlights from 25 different RACC institutions at each virtual event. Students are encouraged to attend more than one and come prepared with questions. We will demystify the out-of-state admission process and cost of attendance, offer examples of scholarship opportunities and other financial aid, and discuss student life and diversity among other information to help students find their match school.

Timeline:
6:00 PM – 6:15 PM Welcome and RACC Why Go Out of State
presentation
6:15 PM – 7:15 PM Individual Presentations (25 schools)
7:15 PM – 7:30 PM Closing remarks with opportunities for
remaining questions

Please register using the links provided above or go to:
https://www.regionaladmissions.com/virtual-college-series.html.

Happy Friday, DV Connect HS students and families!

We hope everyone had a nice week.

CLICK HERE for the link to the Daily Tracker. This is a “one stop shop” for all assignments, due dates, topics covered in class, links for any recordings, etc. Tabs are located at the bottom, and search for you teacher and period number for access to your specific class. Students, this document is extremely helpful when planning your school work on your asynchrounous days. Parents, this is an easy way to know what is going on in your student’s classes. Please let your teacher or counselor know if you have any questions about this.

Next week we are on normal Mon/Thurs and Tues/Fri cohort days, 9:15am-3:15pm.

Families, don’t miss out on the following meetings next week and the week after:

1.Da Vinci Connect Parent/Guardian school tutorial for all families!

Topics covered:

• • Learning Logs
  • PowerSchool
  • Google Classroom
  • SNHU (Business class)
  • Daily Tracker
  • Asynchronous Days and Office Hours
  • Teacher Contact Information
  • Volunteer opportunities

Monday, August 30th 6:00 PM 

Zoom Link https://zoom.us/j/94556927719

Tuesday, August 31st 7:00 PM 

Zoom Link https://zoom.us/j/94556927719

Please note, Monday and Tuesday meetings will cover the same information. 

2.Parent/Guardian Volunteer Brainstorm for parents/guardians interested in volunteering

Thursday, September 2nd 6:30 PM

Zoom Link https://zoom.us/j/94556927719

3.Back to School Night 

Wednesday, September 8th 6:30 PM

Zoom link will be sent next week.

Meetings will be recorded for anyone who is not able to attend.  Also, Ayala Socol is available to answer any additional questions you may have.  Her email is asocol@davincischools.org. If you have a question regarding athletics, please email Mr. Moreland at dmoreland@davincischools.org.

Don’t forget: Monday, September 6 is the Labor Day Holiday. There is no school on this day. 

Have a nice weekend and take good care!