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Dear Connect HS Families,
It was great to spend some time with some of our families this past Monday at Coffee with Admin (our next Coffee with Admin will be on March 3rd at 5pm). During that meeting Robert and I spent some time re-sharing information and resources from the Central Office (originally sent on January 29th) in regards to the safety of ALL students and families. We wanted to reshare this information and let you all know that “Red Cards” will be distributed soon to all students.
Take care,
Tami and Robert
(Please be sure to read the entire newsletter as there is additional school information)
To Our Da Vinci Schools and Wiseburn Unified Families,
As leaders of Da Vinci Schools and Wiseburn Unified School District, we write to address the concerns stemming from the changing landscape on immigration policy within and beyond schools. Our community includes many immigrant families, and we want to assure you that we stand firmly in support of all students’ and families’ access to public education, regardless of citizenship or immigration status.
The United States has long been a nation of immigrants, enriched by the culture, resilience, and determination of those seeking the American dream. Immigrant families, including those seeking asylum, contribute to the strength and diversity of our country. Our schools play an essential role in helping immigrant students adapt, thrive, and succeed.
We are committed to ensuring that every student and family in our schools feels safe, welcomed, and supported. This commitment is firmly grounded in the law. The U.S. Supreme Court has long upheld that all children in the United States have the right to attend and participate in public schools, regardless of their or their families’ citizenship status (Plyler v. Doe, 457 U.S. 202 (1982)).
To that end, we want to reiterate our protocols for responding to immigration-enforcement actions:
1. Restricted Campus Access: Consistent with applicable policies for Da Vinci Schools and the District, access to our campuses will remain limited consistent with applicable law, including requirements for a valid judicial warrant and/or exigent circumstances.
2. Student Information Protections: Staff and administrators will work with legal counsel to avoid disclosure unless required by law, e.g. judicial warrant or applicable subpoena or court order. Parents or guardians will be notified before any information is shared as allowable by the warrant or court order.
3. Limited Data Collection: Our schools do not collect or maintain information about students’ or families’ citizenship status unless required to administer a state or federally supported educational program.
We understand the importance of trust in the relationship between schools and families. We are committed to transparency in our actions and to ensuring that our schools remain welcoming spaces where students can attend, participate, and thrive without fear.
Additional information regarding the District’s Response to Immigration Enforcement is available in the District’s BP/AR 5145.13. For additional information regarding Da Vinci Schools please refer to ‘Section 12: Response to Immigration Enforcement’ within our School Safety Plan.
If your student is experiencing fear, stress, or anxiety related to this issue, please reach out to the school-based mental health professional at your school for support.
To help us respond effectively and support all students, it is essential that all families keep their contact information up to date, including emergency contacts. Each student should have at least two emergency contacts, who can be family members or other trusted adults designated by the parent or guardian. Please update your student's contacts by speaking to the office manager at your school.
For families seeking additional support or information, additional resources are publicly available at LACOE Immigrant Relations and Services, which includes guidance on family preparedness plans and access to legal resources.
Whatever challenges may arise, we stand together with our community and remain unwavering in our commitment to your children’s education, safety, and well-being.
In solidarity,
Dr. Matthew Wunder
Superintendent, Da Vinci Schools
Dr. Blake Silvers
Superintendent, Wiseburn Unified School District
For questions or concerns, please reach out to:
Da Vinci Schools
Erin Whalen, M.ed, D.S.Sc.
Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
(310) 725-5800 ext. 1350
ewhalen@davincischools.org
Wiseburn Unified School District
Monique Ingram
Executive Director of Student Support Services
(310) 725-2101 ext. 5305
mingram@wiseburn.org
Additional Public Resources
Legal Rights and Protections: Information on students' rights to education, confidentiality of personal information, and protections under federal and state laws.
· Know Your Rights Presentation (Immigrant Relations)
Emergency Preparedness: Guidelines for developing family emergency plans, updating school emergency contact information, and identifying trusted adults and guardians.
· Immigrant Family Preparedness Plan (English)
· Immigrant Family Preparedness Plan (Spanish)
Access to Services and Resources: Procedures for enrollment, access to nutrition programs, and health and mental health services.
· LACOE Immigrant Relations and Services
· California Courts: Immigration resources: Help for children and families
Community and Family Engagement: Strategies for effective communication, parent and family workshops, and building community partnerships.
· Know Your Rights Fliers (English)
· Know Your Rights Fliers (Spanish)
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Mensaje importante de las escuelas Wiseburn USD y Da Vinci
A nuestras familias del Distrito Unificado de Wiseburn y de Da Vinci,
Como líderes de las Escuelas Da Vinci y del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Wiseburn, escribimos para abordar las preocupaciones que surgen del panorama cambiante de la política de inmigración dentro y fuera de las escuelas. Nuestra comunidad incluye muchas familias inmigrantes y queremos asegurarles que apoyamos firmemente el acceso de todos los estudiantes y familias a la educación pública, independientemente de su ciudadanía o estatus migratorio.
Los Estados Unidos ha sido durante mucho tiempo, una nación de inmigrantes, enriquecida por la cultura, la resiliencia y la determinación de quienes buscan el sueño Americano. Las familias inmigrantes, incluidas las que buscan asilo, contribuyen a la fortaleza y diversidad de nuestro país. Nuestras escuelas desempeñan un papel esencial para ayudar a los estudiantes inmigrantes a adaptarse, prosperar y tener éxito.
Estamos comprometidos a garantizar que cada estudiante y familia en nuestras escuelas se sientan seguros, bienvenidos y apoyados. Este compromiso está firmemente fundamentado en la ley. La Corte Suprema de los Estados Unidos ha sostenido durante mucho tiempo que todos los niños en los Estados Unidos tienen derecho a asistir y participar en las escuelas públicas, independientemente de su estatus de ciudadanía o el de sus familias (Plyler v. Doe, 457 U.S. 202 (1982)).
Con ese fin, queremos reiterar nuestros protocolos para responder a las acciones de aplicación de la ley de inmigración:
1. Acceso restringido al campus: De acuerdo con las políticas aplicables para el Distrito y las Escuelas Da Vinci, el acceso a nuestros campus seguirá siendo limitado de acuerdo con la ley aplicable, incluidos los requisitos de una orden judicial válida y/o circunstancias exigentes.
2. Protecciones de la información estudiantil: el personal y los administradores trabajarán con un asesor legal para evitar la divulgación a menos que lo exija la ley, p.ej. orden judicial o citación u orden judicial aplicable. Los padres o tutores serán notificados antes de que se comparta cualquier información según lo permita la orden judicial.
3. Recopilación limitada de datos: Nuestras escuelas no recopilan ni mantienen información sobre el estatus de ciudadanía de los estudiantes o las familias a menos que sea necesario para administrar un programa educativo respaldado por el estado o el gobierno federal.
Entendemos la importancia de la confianza en la relación entre escuelas y familias. Estamos comprometidos con la transparencia en nuestras acciones y con garantizar que nuestras escuelas sigan siendo espacios acogedores donde los estudiantes puedan asistir, participar y prosperar sin miedo.
Información adicional sobre la respuesta del Distrito a la aplicación de la ley de inmigración está disponible en BP/AR 5145.13 del Distrito. Para obtener información adicional sobre las escuelas Da Vinci, consulte la 'Sección 12: Respuesta a las autoridades de inmigración' dentro de nuestro Plan de seguridad escolar.
Si su estudiante experimenta miedo, estrés o ansiedad relacionado con este problema, comuníquese con el profesional de salud mental de su escuela para obtener apoyo.
Para ayudarnos a apoyar a todos los estudiantes y responder de manera efectiva, es esencial que todas las familias mantengan actualizada su información de contacto, incluyendo los contactos de emergencia. Cada estudiante debe tener por lo menos dos contactos de emergencia, que pueden ser familiares o otros adultos de confianza designados por el padre o tutor. Actualice los contactos de su estudiante hablando con el gerente de la oficina de su escuela.
Para las familias que buscan apoyo o información adicional, hay recursos adicionales disponibles públicamente en LACOE Relaciones y Servicios para Inmigrantes, que incluyen orientación sobre planes de preparación familiar y acceso a recursos legales.
Cualesquiera que sean los desafíos que puedan surgir, apoyamos a nuestra comunidad y permanecemos inquebrantables en nuestro compromiso con la educación, la seguridad y el bienestar de sus hijos.
En solidaridad,
Dr. Matthew Wunder
Superintendente, Da Vinci Schools
Dr. Blake Silvers
Superintendente, Wiseburn Unified School District
Si tiene preguntas o inquietudes, comuníquese con:
Da Vinci Schools
Erin Whalen M.ed, D.S.Sc.
Superintendente adjunto de servicios estudiantiles
(310) 725-5800 ex. 1350
Ewhalen@Davincischools.org
Wiseburn Unified School District
Monique Ingram
Director Ejecutivo de Servicios de Apoyo Estudiantil
(310) 725-2101 ex. 5305
mingram@wiseburn.org
Recursos Públicos Adicionales
· Derechos y Protecciones Legales: Información sobre los derechos de los estudiantes a la educación, la confidencialidad de la información personal y las protecciones bajo las leyes federales y estatales.
· Presentación - Conozca sus derechos (en relación a estudiantes inmigrantes)
· Preparación para Emergencias: pautas para desarrollar planes de emergencia familiares, actualizar la información de contacto de emergencia de la escuela e identificar adultos y tutores de confianza.
· Plan de preparación para familias inmigrantes (Inglés)
· Plan de preparación para familias inmigrantes (Español)
· Acceso a Servicios y Recursos: Procedimientos de inscripción, acceso a programas de nutrición y servicios de salud y salud mental.
· Relaciones y servicios para inmigrantes de parte de la Oficina de Educación del Condado de Los Angeles (LACOE).
· Tribunales de California: Recursos de inmigración: Ayuda para niños y familias
· Participación Comunitaria y Familiar: Estrategias para una comunicación eficaz, talleres para padres y familias y creación de asociaciones comunitarias.
· Folletos - Conozca sus derechos (Inglés)
· Folletos - Conozca sus derechos (Español)
OFFICE HOURS for Students with TEACHERS!
If your student has questions about their class, a lesson that was covered, an assignment, or a question over what to do… OFFICE HOURS with their teacher are available!
Every teacher has dedicated office hour time between 1-4pm on Wednesday to work with students via zoom. A student can schedule 3 different appointment times to meet with all their teachers. Please look for the email from each one of your students' teachers that have instructions on how to sign up for office hours and the zoom link.
Async link for week of 2/10
https://calendly.com/davinciconnecths/on-campus-async-support-week-of-february-10-2025
ELAC Meeting
Connect ELAC Meeting Recording
February 7, 2025 - Professional Development Day
NO SCHOOL
February 10, 2025 - Community Learning Day
Class of 2025 - Save the Dates!!
(These are the confirmed dates thus far…)
Prom – Friday, May 2, 2025
Location: Wallis Annenberg Building, 3737 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
Disneyland Grad Nite – Friday, June 6, 2025
Graduation Day!!!!
June 13, 2025
(Time and Ticket information will be released soon!)
Class of 2025 - Student Speaker Information
Email Robert to receive your application!
(ranthony@davincischools.org)
Submit completed application due Friday, April 25th by 11:59 pm.
Learning Log #3 - DUE February 11, 2025
Learning Log #3 began on December 18, 2024
Learning Log Questions email Tina at:
CHannouche@davincischools.org
Coffee with Admin Returns for the 2024-2025 School Year
Spend some time with Robert and I getting school updates and answering questions you may have. Please submit questions using this Questions form.
March 3rd at 5pm VIA ZOOM Link Here
April 7th at 5pm VIA ZOOM Link Here
Our Final Coffee with Admin for the 24-25 School Year:
May 5th at 5pm VIA ZOOM Link Here
Parent Advisory Committee
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 February 10th from 5:00-6:00 pm
Monday March 10th from 5:00-6:00 pm
Monday April 21st from 5:00-6:00 pm
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