March 22nd, 2024

Community Aviation Day hosted by Da Vinci Schools!

Saturday 3/23 @ 9:00am

201 N. Douglas St. El Segundo

Learning Log #3 Due!

THIS Tuesday 3/26 by 11:59pm

This Learning Log is particularly time sensitive as we have a very tight turnaround time to evaluate all learning logs and submit our attendance to the state before the year ends! As a reminder we are reliant on attendance for program funding, and our learning logs must be in compliance in accordance with auditor and state rules--please review the FAQ and Tutorial Video in your child's learning log google classroom for clarity on how to properly submit a learning log. PLEASE submit your learning logs completely and on time to avoid a non-compliance letter! You can also reach out to Nancy for additional support if needed.

Lost and Found!

Items to be donated during Spring Break

Please check our lost and found outside of the nurse’s office the next time you’re on campus (or at PEC next Wednesday!) as we will be donating all of the very nice jackets, water bottles, lunch boxes and other items during Spring Break (April 1-5). Thank You!

Cesar Chavez Day

Friday March 29--no school or homeschool

Spring Break

Monday April 1-Friday April 5--no school or homeschool

It's Time to Order Yearbooks!

We are excited to offer a yearbook again this year! To purchase, scan the QR code below or go to THIS LINK to log in/create an account. You can find more information about our yearbook and purchasing options HERE!

PAC Meeting

Monday 3/25 at 5:00pm via ZOOM

Join us on zoom for our next Parent Advisory Committee meeting! We will be reviewing our LCAP #5 goals and giving an update on WASC. Join us online to discuss these items and more!

Parent Educator Conference #4!--Spotlight Social Emotional Learning!

THIS Wed. March 27th 9:15am-1:00pm

PEC #4 Student Study Hall/Childcare Link

Pre-order your MRKT Lunch with this Link

This final Parent Educator Conference of the year is spotlighting Social Emotional Learning--which we know is the foundation for successful relationships, learning outcomes, and self-confidence. Workshops will focus on such topics as: Emotional regulation, brain & behavior, screen time and social media, self-compassion, and resilience & post-traumatic growth.

PEC will be held on March 27^th from 9:15-2pm

9:15-10 → Coffee Mix & Mingle

10, 11 & 12 →Workshop Sessions

1-2 → MRKT El Segundo will provide opportunities to purchase lunch--use the link above to reserve a meal!

Use the Sched app to see workshop content and reserve your spot! We are using the Sched app—here’s how:

FAN Annual Rhythm Event: STEAM Carnival!

THIS Wednesday March 27 @ 2:00pm

Connect K8 Campus 12501 Isis Ave, Hawthorne

Location: Blacktop (playground)

Donation requests: We are in need of all sizes of paper towel, toilet paper, & wrapping paper ROLLs, ROLLs, ROLLs! In addition, we are asking for donations for any recyclable materials for a makerspace experience.

The STEAM (Science / Technology / Engineering / Art / Math) Carnival is a chance to share a STEAM project your student has been working on at home and to explore offerings from our Family Action Network group. Do they have an engineering project to demonstrate, a poster board to display or the results of a science experiment to share? We are looking forward to the following exhibits and experiences this year: demonstrations and informational offerings from the First Lego League, Society of Women Engineers (SWE), Boeing, Charles Drew University, a garden exploration with Chicas Verdes, and a 'Chalk Mural' activity with Mr. Mason! This year’s interactive experiences will also include a Reptile exhibit, a seeding activity with the Garden Club, spontaneous problem-solving with our very own- State Champion Odyssey of the mind teams, as well as various student-led STEAM projects like a human skeleton puzzle, paper cup phone station, and more!

For more details about our Annual Rhythm Events CLICK HERE. If you are interested in participating, please email Activities Coordinator Jahmal Durham at jdurham@davincischools.org - 

Attention Core 2 Families:

We are excited to invite our 'Core 2' families to take the lead at volunteering for STEAM Carnival 2024, if you would you like to join us in building a fun and unique experience, please send correspondence today to jdurham@davincischools.org -

*If you and your family are planning to join us- RSVP's are welcome HERE!

Exhibition!

Tues. April 16 and Thurs. April 18

Our students and staff are preparing for Spring Exhibition! This signature practice (and mandatory event) is one of the most special evenings of the year--it's a beautiful opportunity to support all students in celebrating their learning and the opportunity to present to many members of our community!

As you begin to prepare, please remember that there is a Business Attire Exhibition Dress code for students. We will have an Exhibition closet available for families after Spring Break to shop and borrow Exhibition clothes as needed!

More details, including student presentation times, will be coming from classroom teachers in the next couple of weeks!

Essay Pop Training

Wednesday April 17 11:30am-1:00pm

Virtual Workshop

Join Theresa and the folks from Essaypop to learn how to best make use of this awesome Da Vinci offered curriculum resource! See the below flyer for details and don't forget to sign up below for all the details and to reserve your spot!

Use these links to get set up before the workshop:

• Getting Started
• Essaypop Essentials
• Product Walkthrough Video
• FAQ

Click HERE to Reserve Your Spot!

Middle School Dance! SAVE THE DATE!

Friday May 3rd at the Black Box Theater 201 N. Douglas St

Time TBD

Weekly planning committee meetings- facilitated by Activities Coordinator Jahmal Durham.

Attention Middle School Students​

If you have not taken the Middle School Dance Survey===>

email: jdurham@davincischools.org for details!

Core 5 Community Service Seminar: Donations Requested!

Community Service Seminar is running a donation drive for Saint Margaret’s Center, a homeless shelter. Please bring hygiene items to the front office. These items consist of size 6 diapers, body wash, shaving cream, combs, deodorant, conditioner, shampoo, and toothpaste. This is due by March 28, so please donate.

-Lukas, Ryder, and Andrew from Core 5

Mr. Mason's Virtual Art Classes Are Back!

Every Wednesday from 2-3pm

Live ZOOM Art Class with Mr. Mason. Join us virtually for art classes each week!

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

Summer Athletics Camps Hosted by WUSD + Da Vinci Schools!

Registration Opens March 1

Is your 4th-8th grade student interested in participating in a summer athletics camp? Learn more about this first time offering HERE!

Spring Jubilee at Del Aire Park!

Friday March 22nd from 3:30pm-5:30pm

Check out the flyer below for more information about Del Aire Park's next community event! We hope to see you there!

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 excited to share that we have an online store with new t-shirt designs for the 23-24 school year! 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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