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Dear Connect HS Families,
Robert and I are excited to have our first Back to School Night Tuesday, October 3rd. Please check and adhere to the time schedule below. In order to minimize the amount of people we have on campus at the same time, we split the night into M/Th and T/F cohorts. Meaning if your student attends classes on campus M/Th you will be visiting classes during the M/Th time schedule below.
We had our first fire drills on September 12th and 14th. The feedback from our DV Safety team was that our building exit routes and the way in which students exited the building were the best, most efficient, and safe exit routes. This week on October 5th and 6th we will practice our critical incident procedures. During these drill days El Segundo Police and additional DV security will be on campus to observe.
We will also participate in the Great Shakeout Drill at the end of the month, of course we will practice the drill twice to ensure all our students are able to practice.
Please adhere to our drop off and pick up routes as you enter the parking lot (map below) and please do not speed in the parking lot.
Have a great week!
Tami and Robert
Back to School Night Schedule (TOMORROW 10/3)
5:00-6:15 PM Families for Monday/Thursday Cohort
6:25-7:30 PM Families for Tuesday/Friday Cohort
Financial literacy Topic for October:
Earning an Income - Each week students will be learning topics related to earning an income, such as, how to read pay stubs from jobs, the purpose and difference between federal and state taxes and much more!!!
PARENTS Needed!!!
Da Vinci Connect School Site Council has been changed due to California Education Code. In accordance with the Greene Act ( Ed Code 35140-35149), we are shifting away from School Site Council, and moving to a Parent Advisory Council, beginning this school year! Much of the work will feel very similar to the work of SSC, reviewing LCAP, School Safety Plan, general program feedback however there are some changes:
-Members of PAC are appointed, not elected
-There is a requirement for diverse representation within the members of the council, with the goal of representing the diversity of our overall population
-PAC is a review committee only, and will not “approve” LCAP as done in the past through SSC
If you are interested please show your interest here. Meeting dates for PAC are also indicated within this form
Student Led Conferences (SLC) will be held the week of October 16th
Please check your emails for the SLC sign ups.
Connect Clubs and Parent Volunteer Information
https://www.connect-clubs.com/
Asynchronous Support Sign Up for the Week of October 9th
(Please sign up by Sunday 10/8 at 6pm)
https://calendly.com/davinciconnecths/on-campus-async-support-week-of-october-9-2023
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 hour 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 #2 Due date December 19th.
Coffee with Admin, our next meeting will be on Monday, October 9th at 5pm via ZOOM.
Here is the zoom link: Coffee with Admin.
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.
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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