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Dear Connect HS Families,
We are now entering our 3rd week of the Fall 2023-2024 school year. Please read our newsletter as it is full of information that you and your student will want to know. You will also find the link to our Connect HS Handbook at the bottom of the newsletter.
Enjoy your week!!!
Tami and Robert
SAVE THE DATES:
September 4, 2023 – Labor Day Holiday – NO SCHOOL
September 7th and 8th – PICTURE DAY
**There will make-up picture days if your students misses these days**
SENIORS Class of 2024
Da Vinci Grad Night - May 31, 2024
Student TAP Cards for This School Year!!
We have student TAP cards available for pick up in the front office from Jacob or Luis.
Coffee with Admin will take place on Monday 9/11 at 5pm via ZOOM.
Here is the zoom link: Coffee with Admin.
Coming Soon!!!
Leadership Advisor – This person will organize our Connect Student Clubs, Events, Parent Volunteers, and coordination with ALL Da Vinci events.
Peer to Peer Math Support – Being offered on asynchronous days with Community Service opportunities for the Peer tutors.
Monthly Financial Literacy Modules– We are working with Bridging the Gap to provide customized financial literacy modules for our students in each grade level. The modules will be embedded into advisory classes.
Da Vinci Student Opportunities:
(encourage your student to get involved, here are some opportunities)
DV FRC 4201 Team (Robotics Team) Info
Click here.
Da Vinci Student Board Member Opportunities
Each Da Vinci school has student representatives on the DV Board. Students participate in the monthly meetings and give specific information about their school. Connect HS is looking for student Board Representatives for the 2023-2024 school year. Please see the attached information/application for the Student Board Coordinator and Student Board member positions.
Applications are due by September 15th to Tami Christopher (you can email them to tchristopher@davincischools.org or leave the application at the front office, with Jacob or Luis.)
Become a Student Ambassador for Da Vinci Connect High School!
As an Ambassador, you will represent Connect HS and Da Vinci Schools tours, seminars, webinars, and so much more. You will work with visitors, prospective families, and industry partners to show what Da Vinci Connect has to offer. This is a great opportunity to share your knowledge and enjoyment of Connect High School with a broader community.
For fall semester, we will be accepting 10th-12th grade students. During the spring, we
will open up the application for 9th grade students. If you are interested, fill out the google form here or contact Ms. Amanda at amendoza@davincischools.org.
Asynchronous Support Sign Up for the Week of September 4th
https://calendly.com/davinciconnecths/on-campus-async-support-week-of-september-04-2023
(Please sign up by Sunday 9/3 at 6pm)
Async Support Guidelines
1.Students should sign up only on their async day.
2. Please cancel 24 hours in advance to allow other students to attend.
3.Students will stay the entire day (9:15-3:15). Parents need to come in to sign students out even if they attend on asynchronous day, and attendance will be recorded.
4.Students will bring all required materials and assignments.
5.Students will adhere to all school rules.
6.This link will close Sunday at 6:00 PM.
Please click here if you are interested in learning more about how Connect is working to ensure that students are getting the support they need.
Office hours for Fall 2023
Remember your student can make appointments to meet with their teachers during teachers office hours. Please click here to view the office hours schedule.
Learning Logs
Please click here to watch a 5 minute video explaining learning logs. If you have questions email Tina Hannouche at CHannouche@davincischools.org.
Learning Log #1 Due date September 28th.
Yearlong Math Courses!
This year we created a schedule in which our students in Algebra 1, Algebra 2 and Pre-Calculus will have math for both semesters!! Our math teachers AND counselors worked hard to make this happen.
SNHU
All 9th graders should have completed their SNHU applications by now. The SNHU student portal (Brightspace) will be available to students starting Monday, August 28, 2023. Students must submit at least one assignment in Brightspace by Friday, September 8, 2023. Failing to submit an assignment by that deadline will result in the student being dropped from SNHU for the rest of the Fall Semester.
ASU Partnership
This fall we have been able to partner with Arizona State University (ASU) to offer Connect students ASU college coursework. We tried an ASU Psychology course in the Spring facilitated by Emma.
We are happy to expand our course offerings and be able to offer Biology and English 101.
Counseling Team
Erin Knott - 12th grade AND 9th grade (Last name A-E)
eknott@davincischools.org
Sylvia Soria - 11th grade AND 9th grade (Last name F-L)
ssoria@davincischools.org
Kene Washington - 10th grade AND 9th grade (Last name M-Z)
kwashington@davincischools.org
DV Athletics Blog and Information Page
Do you want Da Vinci Athletic information sent directly to you? If so, please subscribe to the athletic blog by clicking here.
Portal Learning
Join Portal Learning for a Virtual Information Session on Thursday 8/31 from 5pm-5:45pm or Tuesday 9/5 from 5pm-5:45pm (SIGN UP HERE or email Val at v.green@portalschools.org).
Portal Learning is a career-connected learning program exclusively offered to Da Vinci Connect High Students, for free. Students in the program will attend Portal Learning one day per week from 9am-3pm to engage in purpose driven, project based, and experiential career learning that prepares them for college, career, or any path they choose after high school. The program takes place at the Portal site at Belkin International, allowing students to engage with 15+ employer partners across a wide range of industries.
A Message from Dr. Emily Green
Welcome back 23-24
Dear Parents, Guardians and Students,
Welcome back! I hope you had a relaxing, fun and healthy summer! Here is an update from the health team-
Health Accommodations/Needs: If your student needs health support during the school day or has any injury or accident you would like us to be aware of, please contact school nurse at egreen@davincischools.org. (example: is having an upcoming surgery, diagnosed with a new condition, experiences a concussion over the weekend, etc). Short term accommodations or referral for increased support can be put in place for your student.
Medications: If your child needs to take medication during the school day, we require physician and parent authorization, including over the counter medications. Medical Authorization Form. Students are strictly prohibited from bringing any medication to school unless this form is completed. This form can be emailed, faxed or dropped off on campus. For medication needs without authorization, parents are welcome to come to campus to administer.
Illnesses: Parents are encouraged NOT to send their child to school if they appear ill. A child should remain at home for their own welfare and for the protection of other students if they have a fever >99 degrees or if they are sick with symptoms such as productive cough, vomiting, diarrhea.
**COVID: Please continue to report all cases of COVID to egreen@davincischools.org. Students are asked to isolate for 5 days from illness onset or positive test per LA County Public Health protocols and we will assist in calculating the return timeline. Contact notices will be sent to families if there are 3 or more linked cases confirmed in our community. COVID tests are available at school for students to use and take home as needed. Masks are welcome and optional for all staff and students.
Emergency Contact: Please remember to notify us when there is a change in your emergency or work telephone numbers in case of emergency.
Heat: We are well into the summer heat and it will likely stay that way through our first weeks of school. Da Vinci staff encourages students to stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay informed of what heat exhaustion looks like. Make sure water is available during outdoor activities, take regular breaks and prioritize hydration!
Vision/ Hearing Screening: Students and families can request a vision and hearing screening. Vision vouchers for free eye exams and glasses are available for eligible families.
More information can be found at https://www.davincischools.org/health-services/
Thank you and here is to a safe, healthy and fun school year!
Emily Green, Rn, SN, PhD
Director of Health Services
egreen@davincischools.org
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