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🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from Da Vinci Schools! 🧡
Happy Thanksgiving! We are full of gratitude for our incredible students, families, staff, board members, partners, and community friends.
Because of you, our students are better prepared for college, career, and life.
This year, we deepen our commitment to youth and families who are experiencing food insecurity. Our Da Vinci Schools Nourish L.A. Food Pantry will reopen for the holidays on Tuesday, Dec. 2. We look forward to supporting our community during this season of giving.
Wishing you and your loved ones a restful Thanksgiving filled with warmth, joy, and connection.
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Da Vinci Connect High Seniors Gain Real-World Experience Through Mock Interviews
At Da Vinci Connect High, seniors recently participated in mock interviews as part of their College and Career class, gaining hands-on experience in professional communication, critical thinking, and resume presentation. Mock interviews are a signature practice of Da Vinci’s real-world learning program across the organization, giving students a safe space to practice, grow, and build the confidence and skills needed to succeed in college, career, and life.
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Celebrating the Power of Partnership in Career Education
One of the pillars of Da Vinci’s Career Education Program is the breadth and depth of the relationships our staff cultivates with industry partners. The strength of these partnerships was on full display at this month's Da Vinci's Annual Industry Partner Dinner, which brought together nearly 100 professionals representing fields such as healthcare, aviation, technology, engineering, entrepreneurship, media and marketing, and the arts.
These experts support and advise our Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathway Coordinators across Da Vinci’s 15 career pathways and the new LifeLaunch College & Career Program.
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Celebrating National Special Education Day 2025 at
Da Vinci Schools
December 2 marks National Special Education Day, a time to honor the progress, partnerships, and unwavering commitment that define our work with students with disabilities. At Da Vinci Schools, this day serves as both a celebration and a reminder of our shared responsibility to ensure every learner is seen, supported, and empowered.
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Supporting Teen Mental Health: A Da Vinci + Clear Partnership
At Da Vinci Schools, we’re deeply committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of our students and families. As part of this commitment, we’re proud to partner with Clear Behavioral Health, located right here in El Segundo, to provide expanded access to high-quality mental health care for youth in our community.
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WDV Athletics Winter Season 2025-26 Update
As we move deeper into the winter season, our Wiseburn Da Vinci Wolves continue to rise to every challenge with pride, determination, and heart. From exciting tournament performances to standout individual achievements, our student-athletes are showing what it truly means to compete as a Wolf with resilience, teamwork, and an unshakable drive to grow.
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✨The Arts Are Alive at WDV!
On Friday, Nov. 21, the stage at the El Segundo Performing Arts Center came to beautiful life as more than 175 student performers in grades TK-12 — along with 18 participating family members — wowed the audience at our third annual Winter Performing Arts Showcase.
The winter excitement continues — don’t miss more incredible performances still to come!
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Leading the Way in High Quality Hybrid Learning
Da Vinci Connect TK-8 was recently featured in an in-depth national report spotlighting high-quality virtual and hybrid learning models that are accelerating student learning. The study highlights how Da Vinci Connect’s innovative approach is delivering strong academic outcomes for students.
Click here to read.
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🌟Exhibition Nights: Join Us!
Come see our project-based, real-world learning in action! Explore the amazing work our students are creating and get inspired.
DV Connect High
Dec 2 & 11 | 5:00-7:00 PM
DV Connect TK-8
Dec. 9 & 11 | 4:30-6:00 PM
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❄️ Performing Arts Upcoming Events
The winter excitement continues—don’t miss these upcoming performances. All performances will take place at the Blackbox Theater at 201 N. Douglas St., El Segundo.
Voices of Da Vinci Choir Concert: "Fam Jam"
Dec. 4 | 6-8:00 PM; Blackbox
Studio Orchestra Concert
Dec. 8 | 6-8:00 PM; Blackbox
Winter Performing Arts Seminar Night
Dec. 9 | 6-8:00 PM; Blackbox
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📅 Fall 2026 New Student Application
The TK-12 new student application for the 2026-27 school year is now available.
Discover all the information you need on our Enrollment Overview webpage to get your application going for Fall 2026. Also, find out about info sessions, tour dates, and more.
Priority Application Deadline: February, 28, 2026
Currently enrolled families: Please do not apply using the new student application. You will receive re-enrollment information in the spring.
Please share with friends and families!
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2024 Annual Impact Report
Explore our 2024 Annual Impact Report showcasing achievements in college and career success, real-world learning, athletics, the arts, and more.
You can access it anytime on
Da Vinci’s website under “Impact.”
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