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Interested in taking Dual Enrollment courses during the school year and/or summer?
El Camino College is offering a Dual Enrollment Information Session for parents and students to learn more about the application process and requirements. This session is highly encouraged for students that have not registered for a Dual Enrollment class before.

Dual Enrollment Information Session (Da Vinci Schools)

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

5:00-6:00 p.m.

This 1-hour workshop is for prospective high school students and parents to receive an overview of Dual Enrollment in traditional El Camino College classes as well as in classes offered in partnership with your high school.

No registration necessary – join via link below at 5:00 p.m. We hope to see you there!

https://elcamino-edu.zoom.us/j/85331702670

 

**This session will be recorded and posted on the DVS Blog for those unable to attend **

 

 

 

Accessing financial aid is key to supporting students with continuing their education to achieve their career aspirations. Under a new state law: AB 469, high school seniors will be required to complete and submit either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) or an opt-out form. This requirement begins with the Class of 2023.

 Parents/Guardians who elect not to complete the FAFSA or CADAA should complete an opt-out form by March 2, 2023.  Here is the  FAFSA _CADAA Opt Out Form or seniors may obtain a paper copy from Ms. Marquez. 

Please contact Ms. Marquez directly with any questions: fmarquez@davincischools.org 

Hello Senior Families,

I hope you’ve had a great week and are ready for fantastic weekend!  We have some additional support for seniors applying to school within the University of California system (UC). A UCLA Ambassadors will conduct a workshop on the Personal Insight Questions (PIQs) tomorrow, Friday, 11/4 at 2:30pm (after school) in Mr. Perez’s room.  Come hear about tips and strategies on the PIQs and get questions answered from a current UCLA student.

We hope to see you tomorrow!

Seniors Families!  We encourage you to attend the Cash for College event hosted by El Camino College this Saturday, October 15 from 10am-12pm. This FREE event is for seniors and their families to receive help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act (CADAA) and Chafee Grant for Foster Youth applications.

All students and families are welcome and you do not have to be a current or future El Camino College to attend.  See flyer below for details

 

FREE FOOD PROVIDED BY IN-N-OUT!

 

Thank you to all Da Vincians who joined us on Thursday 10/6 for our Financial Aid Workshop for Senior Families.  In this workshop, we provided a general overview and explanation of the federal student financial aid process. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the California Dream Act Application (CADAA) were explained along with grants, federal loans and scholarships.  The session was recorded and can be found HERE

Important Reminders and Resources on Financial Aid:

• The FAFSA opened on October 1^stand is due March 2^nd for CSUs, UCs, and California Community Colleges. The FAFSA deadlines for private and out-of-state universities vary.  Please check their respective websites for financial aid deadlines. We encourage you to apply early!  Here is a helpful overview of the FAFSA and the documents needed to complete the application. 

 

• To complete and sign a FAFSA electronically, both the student and the parent need an FSA ID.  CLICK HERE for information/a helpful video on creating an FSA ID.

 

• If you are applying to a private college, you many need to complete the FAFSA and the CSS Profile.  The CSS Profile is used to assess the student for institutional aid, which may include merit-based aid.  Here is a list of colleges that requires the CSS Profile.

 

• If you are an undocumented student, you may be eligible for the state aid and institutional aid.   Please complete the DREAM Act Applicationto apply for these funds. Please connect with your counselor if you need support with this process.

 

• If you are or were a foster youth, you may qualify for the CHAFEE Grant. Please connect with your counselor if you need support with this process.

 

If you have any questions, please connect with Ms. Marquez, College Counselor : fmarquez@davincischools.org

 

Hello DVS Family, I hope you had a great weekend and are ready for a great (short) week!  We have an addition to the College Visits (UCLA Ambassadors), scheduled for tomorrow:

Tuesday, 10/11 at 8am: UCLA Ambassadors: Come hear from a current UCLA student discuss their college experience, review general parts of the UC application, and dive into some specific details about UCLA’s admission process.  There will be time for student questions at the end.

Tuesday, 10/11 at Lunch: NewU University

Wednesday, 10/12 at Lunch (1:15pm): Simmons University

All meetings are held in Mr. Perez’s room and all grade levels are welcome.

 

Enjoy your week!