Da Vinci Science

A message from Christopher Jackson, College and Career Readiness Teacher at DV Communications:  I am inviting DV families from all campuses to a FREE, 6-workshop series designed to help you shift from financial stress to financial clarity.

Workshop dates and details : Occuring every 3 weeks, on Thursdays from February-May 2026

• Workshop 1 (Feb 5): Money Story & CFO Mindset: Identify limiting beliefs and adopt a strategic decision-making framework
• Workshop 2 (Feb 26): Retirement Planning Essentials: Secure your oxygen mask first (401k, IRA, Roth strategies)
• Workshop 3 (March 19): 529 Mastery: Maximize tax advantages and avoid costly mistakes
• Workshop 4 (April 16): Balancing Priorities: Navigate competing goals with the CFO Decision Filter
• Workshop 5 (May 7): Investment Fundamentals: Demystify investing and match strategies to your timeline
• Workshop 6 (May 21): Personal Financial Roadmap: Create your customized action plan

Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Location: In person” 201 N. Douglas St. Campus/DVC:3rd floor, Room 3203
Cost: FREE

This series is designed for any Da Vinci parent who wants to take control of their family’s financial future, whether you’re just starting to save or already investing.  You don’t need to attend all 6 workshops, though recommended for maximum impact. Each one builds on the last, but families can join where it makes sense for you.

Seats are limited and registration is required. Click HERE to secure your spot.

Hello DVS families,

On Saturday, February 14th, DVS will take students to the Los Angeles Black College Expo held at Pomona Fairplex.  This field trip is open to ALL DVS students! The Expo will host a variety of colleges: public, private, independent, military, and trade schools. Some colleges will accept seniors for admission, waive college application fees and give away scholarships on the spot! DVS will pay the admission fee as well as provide transportation. We will depart from 201 N. Douglas promptly at 9:00am and return at 1:45pm. Students must bring their own lunch or bring money to purchase food.

We only have a limited number of spots available and spots are on a first-come, first serve basis.

If interested in attending, please complete this field trip permission slip.  Permission slips are due by Thursday, February 5th at 3:30pm to Ms. Marquez or until all spots are filled.

Please reach out to Ms. Marquez, College and Career Counselor, if you have additional questions: fmarquez@davincischools.org 

Hello DVS Senior Families:  College application season is in full swing and we want to share important information for those families who will apply for financial aid.

The 2026-2027 FAFSA is now open!

The Department of Education (ED) officially launched the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026–27 academic year a week early. The launch came after a successful beta testing period in August.   Students and families can complete the form now, giving them earlier access to financial aid information. Please note that some challenges have been found for mixed-status families.  The ED has not yet provided a permanent solution to identity verification issues, which continues to pose a challenge for these families when attempting to file the FAFSA and privacy concerns.

The 2026–27 CADAA opens October 1:
The California Dream Act Application (CADAA) opens on October 1. The CADAA is available to eligible undocumented Californians and mixed status families. While the CADAA provides access to state and institutional aid, students who file only the CADAA are not eligible for federal financial aid dollars.

The 2026-2027 CSS Profile opens October 1:

The CSS Profile is an online application used by mostly private colleges and scholarship programs to award non-federal institutional aid.  The UCs and CSUs do not use the CSS Profile. Here is list ofcolleges that use the CSS Profile.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me Ms. Marquez, College and Career Counselor: fmarquez@davincischools.org