High School and College At the Same Time.
For Free.
Interested in getting a head start on college—while earning your high school diploma and taking college courses starting in 9th grade, all for FREE?
Da Vinci Connect High is continuing to enroll 9th and 10th grade students for the 2025-26 school year.
At Da Vinci Connect High, students have more choices than ever with access to a high school diploma that meets A-G requirements for UC/Cal State admission, free college classes, with additional opportunities to work toward an AA or Bachelor’s degree at no cost to families, and exciting partnerships that allow students to build a portfolio, get real-world work experience alongside industry-leading partners, and learn critical financial literacy skills. Plus, all students have the opportunity to participate in CIF sports, clubs, and other extracurricular and community-building activities.
Learn more by viewing a recent recorded information session.
Why Choose Connect High?
- College in High School for Free – Students earn a high school diploma and take college classes beginning in 9th grade with our dual enrollment partner, Arizona State University. After completing their high school coursework, students have the option to work toward an AA or Bachelor’s degree with Rivet School, all for free.
- Hybrid Learning Model – Our learning model is designed with modern students in mind. We offer a flexible, hybrid approach with two days per week on our beautiful El Segundo campus and three days per week from home/anywhere. This unique model allows students to balance their academic and personal commitments. Limited spots are available on campus on additional days for students who need extra support.
- Career-Connected Learning –Students engage in real-world, project-based learning that connects their education to the world outside of school.
- Career Pathways – Exciting new pathways in the curriculum include aviation and entrepreneurship.
- Social Emotional Learning – Students need to be known, seen and heard to thrive as learners. Connect is known for its diverse, inclusive and nurturing staff, students and families!
- Credentialed, Collaborative and Compassionate Teachers – Our educators are some of the best in the field! Come meet our caring, passionate and highly skilled staff!
- New Campus – Our beautiful campus at 550 Continental Blvd. in El Segundo combines the best of what college and workplace settings can offer!
Start your high school AND college journey today! We can’t wait to see you in August!

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Already know you want to apply to Connect High? Apply Today!
If you are a current or incoming student/family or already have applied to Connect High through SchoolMint, please do not reapply. Email us for next steps if you wish to change the order of your school preference.
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Contact Us
We'd be happy to answer any questions you have. Contact Ebony Bobadilla at ebobadilla@davincischools.org for more info.