Good morning Junior and Senior families,
We’re in the final stretch of Fall Semester! For this upcoming Spring semester, Da Vinci Schools is offering three dual enrollment courses. Two of these courses are asynchronous online, and one is in-person at our Da Vinci Schools 201 Campus (Room # TBD) on Mondays & Wednesdays from 3:00 pm- 4:25 pm. Course details are listed below:
| COMS 100- Public Speaking
(Asynchronous, Online) |
BUS 101- Introduction to Business
(Asynchronous, Online) |
FILM 110- Film Appreciation
(Synchronous, In-Person) |
| In this course, students will compose, present, and evaluate original speeches. Emphasis is placed on audience analysis, topic selection, research, evidence, organization, delivery, and critical analysis of persuasive communication. Students are required to attend out-of-class speaking events.
3 units
Transfer CSU, UC
*meets graduation requirements at most CSUs
Start Date: Monday, February 12th, 2024 |
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
Transfer CSU, UC
Start Date: Monday, February 12th, 2024 |
In this course, students will investigate the origins and aesthetics of cinema including the classic Hollywood narrative film and its alternatives. By analyzing representative films as unique cultural products, the student will be introduced to various methods of interpreting and evaluating motion pictures within their socio-political context.
3 units; 2.5 hour lecture
Transfer CSU, UC
Tuesdays/Thursdays 3:00-4:25
Start Date: Tuesday, February 13th, 2024 |
Who: Juniors and Seniors from DVC, DVD, and DVS. Based on academic performance and review, 10th grade students are able to take COMS 100. Ms. Marquez can request exception for eligibility.
What: College courses at Da Vinci Schools, 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 start on your college credits! It 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 from families that can are appreciated.
Where: Classes will be held virtually on the El Camino College student portal (Canvas & MyECC), or they will be in-person in a DVC/DVD/DVS classroom.
Dual Enrollment form and DV Sponsored Dual Enrollment Supplemental Form must be completed and submitted to Ms. Marquez by Friday, February 2nd, 2024 at 3:30pm
Dual Enrollment Application
DVS Sponsored Dual Enrollment Form
To be eligible to take a dual enrollment class, the student will need to pass all their academic classes from first semester, have no credit recovery for a-g classes, and be a junior or senior student. Space is limited and we are accepting forms on a first come first serve basis!
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For more information click on the following links:
Applying to El Camino College
Application for Admission Help
Dual Enrollment Application
Da Vinci Schools will be closed for Winter Break December 22- January 8th. El Camino College is closed December 22-January 1 for the Winter Break. The El Camino Dual Enrollment Office will return on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Dual Enrollment support will resume after our respective Winter Breaks.
Happy holidays to you and yours!
Ms. Marquez
College and Career Counselor
fmarquez@davincischools.org
