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 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.
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 completethis 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
Thank you for another great week! We truly enjoy seeing students on campus every day, ready to learn and participate. A reminder that attendance is essential for student achievement and for DVS to offer the best educational experience possible.
This Week’s Schedule
This Week’s Announcements
Class of 2026 Seniors Activities:Senior Activities and the Senior Activities Agreement were shared during CCL class this week. We hope and expect that every senior will be able to participate in Senior Activities. In order to be eligible for Senior Activities, students must abide by the senior activities agreement and have the agreement signed by the student and parent/guardian by Friday, 1/23/26. Please turn in signed agreements to Mr. Perez. Students with chronic absences or tardies will be put on a senior contract. Again, our expectation is that seniors will finish their senior year well and enjoy these activities!
Parent Association Meeting:The first DVS Parent Association meeting of the second semester is Tuesday, January 27th from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Galileo Room on the DVS floor! Don’t miss this opportunity to meet other DVS parents and guardians and get involved with the upcoming service projects to support your DVS community.
Important Upcoming Dates:
Tuesday, 1/27 Parent Association Meeting @ 5:30pm in DVS Galileo Room
Wednesday, 2/4 DVS Families Coffee Time Topic: Teenage Mental Health
Friday, 2/6 Professional Development Day – No School for Students
We hit the ground running with the first week of Semester 2! New projects, new units, new field trips, it will be a busy and great semester.
During this MLK Jr. holiday weekend, we remember Dr. King’s enduring commitment to equity and compassion. DVS strives to emulate that kindness here at school and in our community. Happy three-day weekend!
This Week’s Schedule
This Week’s Announcements
Seminars: The first day of Spring 2025 seminars is Tuesday, 1/20. Most seminars are year-long, so most students were enrolled in the same seminar they had during the fall semester by default. There are some exceptions, however, and students had the opportunity to request a seminar change this past week. There will be an opportunity for students to request seminar changes again once seminars begin. All information is posted on the DVS Student Hub Canvas.
Honors: According to the honors contracts (see each course’s contract in this document) and schoolwide honors policies, honors is a year-long commitment as all honors programs (except Government and Economics) are designed to be year-long courses for the 2025-2026 school year. Students who opted in to honors last semester will continue with honors this semester.
Important Upcoming Dates:
Monday, 1/19 MLK Jr. Day Holiday – No School
Tuesday, 1/20 1st Day of Seminars for Spring 2026
Tuesday, 1/27 Parent Association Meeting @ 5:30pm in DVS Galileo Room
Wednesday, 2/4 DVS Families Coffee Time Topic: Teenage Mental Health
Friday, 2/6 Professional Development Day – No School for Students
**Please note that FILM 110, HDEV 110, and COMS 100 are open to 9th-12th graders. ENG C1000 is open only to 12th graders. **
Da Vinci Schools will be hosting an application workshop in the Real World Learning Center computer lab this Thursday, January 15th from 3:00pm-5:00 pm. Students should know their SSN# (if they have one) and whether or not their family is considered a military family when they come. If you are unable to attend the workshop, here are the steps to enrollment.
To be eligible to take a dual enrollment class, the student will need to be in good academic standing, have no credit recovery for a-g classes, and complete the enrollment process by Thursday, February 5th at 4pm. Space is limited and we are accepting forms on a first come first serve basis!
We hope our students had a restful winter break and enjoyed time with family and loved ones. DVS staff have been working hard this week prepare and welcome students back on Monday. We look forward to a fresh start to the second semester. Students will be starting the day in Advisory.
Welcome back and see you on Monday, January 12th!
This Week’s Schedule
This Week’s Announcements
Fall 2025 Report Cards: were mailed home after the end of the semester, and grades can also be accessed through PowerSchool. Please see this document if you need help accessing PowerSchool.
Grade Correction Policy and Process: According to the DVS Handbook, students have 30 school days from when a grade is received to request a correction. For Fall 2025 grades, this would mean that grade corrections requests will only be accepted through Wednesday, February 25th, 2026. Requests must be emailed to DVS Principal, Grace Long (glong@davincischools.org) and should clearly explain the reason for the request (for example, a grading or calculation error), along with any relevant supporting information. Please note that after review, the final grade may remain unchanged, be raised, or be lowered according to the information available.
DVS Parent Association (DVSPA) Announcements:
Join your fellow DVS Parents and Guardians at the Jan DVSPA meeting, TUESDAY, Jan 27th 5:30 – 6:30 on DVS campus. Come connect with your community while we plan our 2nd Annual Bingo Night and other projects for second semester.
Save the Date – 2nd Annual DVS Parent Bingo Night, Sunday, February 22nd, 5-8pm.
Winter Break has begun! The students did a great job learning and working hard through Semester 1. The semester ended well with impressive POLs, final projects, and finals. Now is the time to rest and recuperate. From our Family to Yours, “Happy Holidays From the DVS Family.”
We wish our families a warm, cozy, and restful Winter Break! We encourage students to lean into pajamas and sweats, catch up on sleep, and enjoy some well-deserved rest over the holidays. We’ll see you in 2026!
This Week’s Announcements
Fall 2025 Report Cards: will be mailed home at the end of next week, we will restore PowerSchool access at that time as well.
Grade Correction Policy and Process: According to the DVS Handbook, students have 30 school days from when a grade is received to request a correction. Requests must be emailed to DVS Principal, Grace Long (glong@davincischools.org) and should clearly explain the reason for the request (for example, a grading or calculation error), along with any relevant supporting information. Please note that after review, the final grade may remain unchanged, be raised, or be lowered according to the information available.
School will be closed during Winter Break: During this time, families may contact the front office via email, and we will respond as soon as possible. The front office will open on Monday, 1/5.
DVS Parent Association (DVSPA) Announcements:
DVSPA Meeting, TUES Jan 27th 5:30 – 6:30pm on DVS campus.
2nd Annual DVS Parent Bingo Night, Sunday, February 22nd, 5-8pm.
Happy last day of instruction! Students were busy finishing up their last projects, assignments, and tests for the semester. We are excited to see our students’ Presentations of Learning next week! Alumni share that POLs is a DV signature practice that they remember and find helpful even after high school. Parents and guardians are welcome to see their student’s POL.
Next week, school dismissal is at 2:25 pm, and it is a four-day week as we gear up for Winter Break!
Week 17 Schedule
This Week’s Announcements
Presentations of Learning: POL is this week! Week 18, 12/15-12/18. Grade Level Teachers provided POL times and assignments. Please see the Presentation of Learning Information for Families Document Fall 2025 for more information on POLs, including links to schedules for 9th, 10th, and 11th grades, as well as the 12th-grade Finals schedule.
PowerSchool will be turned off on Monday as teachers finalize grades. Report Cards will be sent home over the break.
College & Career: This is the last college rep visit for the semester. Please join us at lunchtime in Mr. Perez’s room. This visit will be on Zoom. All grade levels are welcome!
Week 17: College Rep Visit: Wednesday, December 17th: MIT
DVS Parent Association (DVSPA) Announcements:
Save the Date – We are excited to announce DVSPA will be hosting our2nd Annual DVS Parents Bingo Nightto create a space for DVS Parents and Guardians to gather and connect. SAVE THE DATE – Sunday, Feb 22nd, 5-8pm.
DVSPA is revisiting when to do our monthly meetings to see if Wednesdays are still the best day, for the most people. Please completethis short form by Friday, Dec 12, to let DVSPA know which day works best for you to attend meetings or work on service projects. No December meeting. Jan meeting details to come. Have a restful break.
There are only two more weeks left in the semester! Students got right back to work this week. They’ve been busy finishing projects, learning the last unit of study, and engaging in cumulative review of the semester. Next week will be the last week of instruction, followed by POL week. We hope all students finish the semester strong- you’re almost there!
DVS also commends all students who participated in our Youth & Government’s annual Bill Hearing Night that was held Friday, November 21st in the BlackBox theater. Bill Hearing Night celebrates student learning as delegates showcase their research, critical thinking, and communication skills by presenting and defending the bills they’ve crafted. This event, modeled after a formal legislative hearing, fosters civic engagement and deepens students’ understanding of policy-making, preparing them to become informed and active citizens. Congratulations to the Public Goods committee, whose winning bill funds fresh fruits and vegetables grown in CA to families in need.
Week 16 Schedule
This Week’s Announcements
Presentations of Learning: POL week is coming up, Week 18, 12/15-12/18. Grade Level Teachers provided POL times and assignments. Please see the Presentation of Learning Information for Families Document Fall 2025 for more information on POLs, including links to schedules for 9th, 10th, and 11th grades, as well as the 12th-grade Finals schedule.
Families are invited and encouraged to attend their student’s POL.
Please note that attendance is still required every day of POL week. When not presenting or watching presentations during POL week, students will be learning in Extended Learning Rooms. ELR Topics include: A-G & College Prep. Information from counselors, preparing for State Testing, and Career guest speakers.
Students who have perfect attendance during POL week will be entered to win free Jersey Mike’s coupons!
Career Speakers for POL Week: Seeking Career Guest Speakers! Do you have a career that you would love to share with our students? During POL week, we have Extended Learning Rooms for students who are not in POL session. The purpose of ELRs is to provide educational opportunities we may not otherwise have during a regular school day. Many of our students are still exploring the various career options available. Having parents or guest speakers share their experiences would provide our students with exposure to multiple careers. If you are interested or available during POL week, Monday, December 15, to Thursday, December 18, for a 20–30 minute time block, please let us know by filling out this POL Week Career Guest Interest Form. We will reach out to you for more details. Thank you!
HOSA:will be collecting items to donate to local hospitals until December 18! You can drop items off in Jeremy’s room. All items must be new, here are some ideas: Toys (LEGOs, dolls, puzzles), art & craft supplies (crayons, coloring books, play-doh), books for all ages, or tabletop games (Uno, deck of cards), earbuds or headphones.
DVSPA: is revisiting when to do our monthly meetings to see if Wednesdays are still the best day for the most people. Please complete this short form by Friday, Dec.12th to let DVSPA know which day works best for you to attend meetings or work on service projects. No December meeting. Jan meeting details to come. Have a restful break.
FAFSA/CADAA Workshop for DVS Families:We are excited to announce a hands-on FAFSA/CADAA Workshop next week,Tuesday December 9th, from 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. on the DVS Floor. Come get your financial aid questions answered and submit your FAFSA/CADAA that night! Please RSVP HERE so we know how many computers will be needed. We ask that both student and parent have an FSA ID created and verified before the event. Please contact Ms. Marquez, College and Career Counselor, with any questions: fmarquez@davincischools.org
Yucatan Adventure- Spring Break in México! If you are still planning on joining us, THIS Sunday is the last day to sign up to secure a slot!! After that prices may go up or spaces may be unavailable!
Da Vinci Schools is hosting a hands-on FAFSA/CADAA workshop on our campus, where an El Camino College financial aid representative will be here to answer your financial aid/FAFSA/CADAA questions, help you fill out the applications, and submit that night! This is taking place on the DV Science floor on Tuesday December 9th, 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Please RSVP HERE so we know how many computers will be needed.
Please have an FSA ID created and verified before the night. Please CLICK HERE to apply for an FSA ID. Both parent and student need an FSA ID.
Please bring with you on the night:
Social Security Number -parent(s) and student or Alien Registration Number (if you are not a U.S. Citizen)
Federal Income Tax Return 2023, W2’s, and other records of money earned (accessible online through an IRS interface, if you filed your 2023 taxes electronically)
Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Marquez, College and Career Counselor: fmarquez@davincischools.org
