October 2nd, 2026

Hi Da Vinci Connect TK-8 Families,

We hope you're well! We want to thank you for completing and submitting your first Learning Logs of the year--congratulations! Thank you for your hard work! If you failed to submit your learning log, please note that late learning logs will result in non-compliance letters, and missing learning logs will also require you to enter into our tiered re-engagement process. This process involves several meetings with out Attendance staff to ensure that you are homeschooling and turning in all required paperwork.

Unfortunately earlier this week our 7th and 8th graders had to turn back from Catalina Camp due to large waves from Hurricane Polo. We are trying hard to reschedule, so please make sure to fill out the survey Robin sent out on Wednesday.

We can't wait to see you at Student Led Conferences next week! Please note that SLC's are October 5th-7th, and should be homeschool days for everyone. We also have a PD day on Friday, October 9th. No need to homeschool on that day.

Please see below for a lot of wonderful opportunities, including the upcoming Multi-cultural Fair, a parent workshop series from Magdalena on homeschooling, and a Gameboy workshop for students!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Robin (she/her) and Nydia (she/ her)

Student Led Conferences!

Monday 10/5-Wednesday 10/7--homeschool days for everyone

By now you should have received communication from your supervising teacher about Student Led Conferences! This signature practices happens each semester across Da Vinci Schools, and is a mandatory event for our students/families. Student Led Conferences are an opportunity to put students in the driver's seat and to share about their learning experience with their grown ups. We are excited for your child to share with you about their school day, hear about what's happening at home, and to share what's working/where they need support! Please check in with your teacher directly for any questions about SLCs that you might have. SLCs are a mandatory event at DV Connect and non- participation will be logged and can result in non-compliance letters.

Picture Day!

Monday 10/12 for M/T and Thursday 10/15 for TH/F!

We are excited for picture day--students will take individual portraits, class photos, and our 8th graders will take a special "graduating class" photo on each day! Once photos are completed our photographer will send proofs and a direct link for purchasing! On Picture Day, if your student wants to wear a "nicer" picture day outfit, please have them bring a change of clothes that they can play in for the rest of the day.

The Levitt Lab Info Sessions are here!

If you or your student is curious about the new High School program Kaitlin launched this year, the first of several info sessions for The Levitt Lab is here! RSVP here to learn about this innovative new High School option at Da Vinci!

Multicultural Fair 2026!

~Save the date~

October 21

Time: 3-5pm

Location: Connect Tk8 campus

Click HERE to sign-up to participate.

The Multicultural Fair is an exciting way for families to get to know each other, collaborate, and make core memories as a community.

Attention: Core 4 Families 

You are cordially invited to join the Family Action Network to take the lead in co-planning the event. Our upcoming FAN planning meetings will take place on the following dates: 9/24, 10/8, 10/13, and 10/15 from 2-3pm in the parent center.

Are you a parent who likes to volunteer? Are you interested in building a fun experience at our annual school events? Please email Activities Coordinator Jahmal Durham for details on how to get involved: jdurham@davincischools.org ...

Gameboy Workshop

October 7th-November 4th

Home Schooling Workshop Series with Magdalena Garcia!

First Workshop October 14th, 10:30am-12:00pm

Parent Advisory Committee!

*LAST CALL* Student and Family Members Needed!

The Parent Advisory Committee is an opportunity for parents, students, & staff to work collaboratively to:

• review the school program, 
• review data and identify needs, &
• make recommendations regarding the School Safety Plan & the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP).

Our Meetings for the year are scheduled for the following dates and times:

Monday October 12th from 5:00-6:00pm via zoom

Monday November 9th from 5:00-6:00pm via zoom

Monday February 8th from 5:00-6:00pm via zoom

Monday March 8th from 5:00-6:00pm via zoom

Monday April 12th from 5:00-6:00pm via zoom

Please indicate your interest HERE!



Thank you for your interest! Appointed members will be notified via e-mail in the coming weeks, prior to the first meeting on 10/12

Real World Learning Opportunities

Looking for fun field trip ideas for your homeschool days? Please explore this comprehensive list of Real World Learning Opportunities around Los Angeles!

Curriculum Support

Stephanie Lee will be serving as our Parent Educator Support Specialist for the next few months while we work on a long-term solution. She has been both a parent in our community and a teacher, so she is uniquely positioned to offer guidance and support.

Please use this link to set up a time with her. She can help with any curriculum questions you may have!

Chicas Verdes starting back up!

We are lucky to have Chicas Verdes back with us for another year! If your student would like to participate in garden programing during lunch, please register them here.

Family Action Network Meetings!

Updated Family Action Network Meeting dates!

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are excited to kick off our regular Family Action Network (FAN) meetings for the 2026–2027 school year! These collaborative sessions are the perfect opportunity to learn how you can get involved and help shape our upcoming community-building events.

This year, our community will come together for four major school-wide traditions:

• Multicultural Fair – October 21, 2026

• Speaker's Jam – February 24, 2027

• STEAM Carnival – April 7, 2027

• Annual Talent Showcase – June 4, 2027

To make these events a success, we need your unique ideas, energy, and voice. Please join us for our FAN Co-Planning Meetings in the Parent Center from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM on the following dates:

• October: 10/8, 10/13, 10/27, and 10/29

• December: 12/1 and 12/3

Whether you can make it to one meeting or all of them, your participation makes a meaningful difference for our students. We look forward to collaborating with you!

Take action in now by sharing your ideas here: FAN Interest Survey!

Sign-up HERE to participate in the Multicultural Fair 2026

Happening~ October 21^st from 3-5 pm on the Connect TK8 campus.

If you have questions, feel free to email our Activities Coordinator Jahmal Durham at jdurham@davincischools.org

Art with Mr. Mason!

Wednesdays from 2-3pm via zoom!

Join Mr. Mason each week via zoom for a live art lesson! You can also check out his google classroom below for access to over 350 archived art lesson videos to access at anytime! NEW art videos are posted every week!

Google classroom link:  https://classroom.google.com/c/NTQ5ODk5MTQzNzZa?cjc=3vs27ai

Class code: 3vs27ai

ZOOM link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2029821176

Meeting ID: 202 982 1176

Metro Cards Available

We have Metro Tap cards that are available for any of our students that would find them useful. Please reach out to Robin if your student could use one: rbrown@davincischools.org

Daily Read Alouds on Zoom!

M-F 9:00am

Want a connective way to begin your homeschool days? Join Nancy each day at 9:00am on zoom for a virtual read aloud! This invitation is for all ages, regardless of grade level or cohort! You can join her on zoom HERE

Da Vinci Connect Gear!

We are honored to partner with Mychal's Learning Place for our printing needs. Take a look at our online store to purchase Da Vinci Connect t-shirts and hoodies, in youth AND adult sizes!

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