Archive for Author Francisca Marquez

11th Grade: Individual Post-DVS Planning Meeting with Parent/Guardian Sign-ups

Hello Junior Families,

I hope you had a fantastic weekend!  The Individual Post-DVS Planning Meeting for Juniors and their parent/guardian will begin May 9th and run through POL Week. The purpose of these meeting to discuss next year’s plan; including the college application process, career selection and post-high school plans.  Every Junior is expected to schedule a meeting and have at least one parent/guardian present. This meeting can be in person or via Zoom.  These meetings can also be conducted in Spanish if needed.  Mrs. Valle, Academic Counselor for the 11th grade, and I will provide classroom presentations on 4/24/23 to prepare students for this meeting. I will post a video and slide of that  presentation on Canvas for those of you who are not at school that day.

 

Please sign up for your meeting here 

Here is a short video with an overview of the meeting agenda.

If you have any questions, please reach out to me directly.  I look forward to meeting with each of you to discuss your Post-DVS Plans!

 

Ms. Marquez

fmarquez@davincischools.org

College Counselor

Johnstone Scholarship Application for Class of 2023!

Hello Seniors! The 5th annual Johnstone Scholarship application is now open for Da Vinci seniors to apply!   Through the Wiseburn Education Foundation, Dr. Tom and Terry Johnstone have established a scholarship to help five Da Vinci seniors (one from each DV school site) get a little head start with their freshman year of college. Dr. Johnstone was the superintendent in Wiseburn for many years and played a significant role in envisioning and actualizing the high school.  With his support, Wiseburn Education Foundation is honored to be able to offer scholarships to high school seniors.

Applications are due Thursday April 28th, by midnight. The application link is below.

bit.ly/JohnstoneScholarship2023

College Planning Meeting Recordings

Hello DVS Families and happy Friday!

We appreciate all the students and families that attending our grade level College Planning Meetings this week. If you were not able to attend, below are the recordings and slides for each grade level.  Please reach out to the respective counselor if you have questions.

 

9th Grade: Presentation Slides and Recording

10th Grade: Presentation Slides and Recording

11th Grade: Presentation Slides and Recording

 

Have a great weekend!

The DVS Counseling Team

 

Ms. Valle

Academic, Career and Wellness Counselor (Grades 9th and 11th)

cvalle@davincischools.org 

 

Ms. Ruiz

Academic, Career and Wellness Counselor (Grades 10th and 12th)

cruiz@davincischools.org

 

Ms. Marquez

College Counselor (Grades 9th-12th)

fmarquez@davincischools.org

 

Junior College Planning Meeting Tonight, 3/23

Hello DVS Families!  Thank you to all the freshman and sophmore families who joined us this week for their grade level college planning meetings.  We welcome junior families to join us tonight from 5pm-6pm for the 11th Grade College Planning meeting.

Please use the following link to join the meeting:

https://zoom.us/j/9301907728 or use Meeting ID: 9301907728

 

We encourage all students and parents/guardians to attend!  All meeting recordings will be posted to the DVS Blog at the end of the week. We hope to see you there!

 

10th Grade College Planning Meeting Tonight, 3/21

Hello DVS Families!  Thank you to all the freshman families who joined us last night.  We welcome sophomore families to join us tonight from 5pm-6pm for the 10th Grade College Planning meeting.

Please use the following link to join the meeting:

https://zoom.us/j/9301907728 or use Meeting ID: 9301907728

 

We encourage all students and parents/guardians to attend!  All meeting recordings will be posted to the DVS Blog at the end of the week. We hope to see you there!

 

Spring College Planning Meetings Week!

Hello DVS Families!  Please join us THIS WEEK for the Spring Semester Grade Level College Planning Meetings:

 

9th Grade: Monday, March 20th at 5pm-6pm

10th Grade: Tuesday, March 21st at 5pm-6pm

11th Grdade: Thursday, March 23rd at 5pm-6pm

 

All meetings will be on Zoom:

https://zoom.us/j/9301907728 or use Meeting ID: 9301907728

 

We encourage all students and parents/guardians to attend!  All meeting recordings will be posted to the DVS Blog at the end of the week. We hope to see you there!

 

Spring Semester College Planning Meetings Coming Next Week

Hello DVS Families!  Please join us next week for our Spring Semester Grade Level College Planning Meetings:

 

9th Grade: Monday, March 20th at 5pm

10th Grade: Tuesday, March 21st at 5pm

11th Grdade: Thursday, March 23rd at 5pm

 

All meetings will be on Zoom:

https://zoom.us/j/9301907728 or use Meeting ID: 9301907728

 

We encourage all students and parents/guardians to attend!

 

Learning Differences Virtual College Fair: February 23

Good afternoon!

The Learning Differences Virtual College Fair will be held on February 23, 2023 from 9am-11am (PST) and 3:30pm-5:30pm (PST).

  • Chat live with college reps
  • View college presentations
  • Attend educational sessions

Click here to register and explore .  Attendees will learn more about what to expect in college, find colleges that fit their learning needs as well as gain access to virtual college booths loaded with resources, virtual educational sessions, and live admissions representatives.

Free SAT/ACT Practice Test and Seminar

Hello DVS students and families,

PJ Test Prep is offering upcoming opportunities for FREE SAT and ACT Practice Test  + Seminar.  If you are interested in attending please visit- http://www.pjtestprep.com/RSVP

 

 

Please use the following links to view SAT/ACT Testing Dates and Registration for the actual exams:

 

SAT Testing Dates and SAT Testing Registration

ACT Testing Dates and ACT Testing Registration

 

 

 

El Camino Dual Enrollment Opportunities in the Spring

Below is the information for El Camino’s Dual Enrollment course offering for Spring 2023:

Who:   Juniors and Seniors

What: College courses at Da Vinci, through El Camino College. Courses meet transfer requirements for most Cal State and UC campuses, as well as most private colleges and universities.

Why:   Get a jump on your college credits! If you do well, it also looks great on your college applications.

Cost:   Free! The state of California and Da Vinci Schools pick up the costs, including textbook fees. Donations to help cover the cost of the textbooks for families that are able to are appreciated.

Where: Classes will be held virtually and are synchronous on Canvas, the El Camino College student portal.

Dual Enrollment form and  DV Sponsored Dual Enrollment Supplemental  Form must be completed and submitted to Ms. Marquez by January 24th.

El Camino College Dual Enrollment Form

DV Sponsored Dual Enrollment Supplemental Form

 

Course Offerings:

BUS 101- Intro to Business

(Synchronous Class)

AJ 100- Intro to Administration of Justice

(Synchronous Class)

This course is a survey of organization and management factors influencing the establishment, location, and operation of businesses. This course emphasizes the functional area of accounting as well as the legal framework within which business activities are conducted. The course also emphasizes the principles of Total Quality Management (TQM) in a multicultural and globalized environment.

 

 

3 units; 2.5 hours lecture

Transfer CSU,UC

Mondays & Wednesdays from 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Start Date: Monday, February 13th 2023 (ends week of June 9th)

This course introduces students to the characteristics of the criminal justice system in the United States. Focus is placed on examining crime measurement, theoretical explanations of crime, responses to crime, components of the system, and current challenges to the system. The course examines the evolution of the principles and approaches utilized by the justice system and the evolving forces which have shaped those principles and approaches. Although justice structure and process are examined in a cross context, emphasis is placed on the United States justice system, particularly the structure and function of police, courts, and corrections. Students are introduced to the origins and development of criminal law, legal process, sentencing, and incarceration policies.

 

3 units; 2.5 hours lecture

Transfer CSU, UC

Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Start Date: Tuesday, February 14th 2023

(ends week of June 9th).

Note: Some CSU/ UC transferable courses have credit limitations. For details, see a El Camino Counselor, the El Camino Transfer Center adviser, or assist.org. Please note that these are college courses, taught by college instructors.  Students must abide by the college policies, including absences and tardies.

 

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

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