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The Road to Self-Discovery through College & Career Readiness

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The Road to Self-Discovery through College & Career Readiness

For all high school seniors who are applying to UC and Cal State universities, the process of applying to college happens in the Fall, in the months leading up to the November 30th deadline. For many public high school seniors, the process of applying...

Emily Shapiro Nov 29, 2023 Comments Disabled

RISE Students Build Confidence By Preparing for a Cold Call Event

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RISE Students Build Confidence By Preparing for a Cold Call Event

Sometimes a cold call is just a cold call. Other times it’s so much more and the leaders at Da Vinci RISE High turned the idea of a cold call into a full-blown project-based learning experience for students that culminated into the first annual experiential...

Emily Shapiro Nov 29, 2023 Comments Disabled

Da Vinci’s Youth & Government Delegation Returns Home from Camp Roberts, Bill Hearing Night Scheduled for Dec. 1

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Da Vinci’s Youth & Government Delegation Returns Home from Camp Roberts, Bill Hearing Night Scheduled for Dec. 1

Over Veteran’s Day weekend, Da Vinci Science’s Youth & Government Delegation represented Da Vinci Schools in California’s first of two annual Youth & Government (Y&G) conferences at Camp Roberts in San Miguel, CA. The Da Vinci Delegation...

Emily Shapiro Nov 29, 2023 Comments Disabled

Nearly 350 Da Vinci Students Volunteered in Wiseburn Last Month

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Nearly 350 Da Vinci Students Volunteered in Wiseburn Last Month

Building community is sometimes about more than just showing up. It’s about showing team spirit, it’s about bringing your heart and your smile, it’s about bringing your presence, your gifts, and your kindness to every interaction and every event....

Emily Shapiro Nov 29, 2023 Comments Disabled

Students at Da Vinci Design Are Raking in the Design Tickets

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Students at Da Vinci Design Are Raking in the Design Tickets

We are really proud of our Designers at Da Vinci Design. Students continue to step it up to show kindness, mindfulness, and respect to each other and it’s so incredible to see how these students are engaging each other on the 4th floor. This year, the...

Emily Shapiro Nov 29, 2023 Comments Disabled

As K-12 Student Enrollment Drops Across the State, Interest in Enrollment Is Increasing Here at Da Vinci Schools

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As K-12 Student Enrollment Drops Across the State, Interest in Enrollment Is Increasing Here at Da Vinci Schools

Fall is one of our favorite times of the year when we welcome new and returning students to our campuses, and kick off our recruitment season during which we meet our future Da Vinci students and families at information sessions, school tours, informal...

Emily Shapiro Nov 29, 2023 Comments Disabled

Exhibition Nights Showcase Real-World Learning in Action

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Exhibition Nights Showcase Real-World Learning in Action

At Da Vinci Schools, so many of our practices are about creating hands-on learning experiences for students where they can connect the content learned in the classroom to real-world skills that they can build upon day-after-day in school, and use later...

Emily Shapiro Nov 29, 2023 Comments Disabled

Da Vinci Expands its Performing Arts Department

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Da Vinci Expands its Performing Arts Department

In recent months, we’ve made some incredible advances in our Wiseburn Da Vinci Performing Arts program and we’re excited to announce that Da Vinci Schools will now offer Music and Theater across all of our schools, as well as provide additional opportunities...

Carla Levenson Oct 03, 2023 Comments Disabled

Calling All Volunteers: RISE High Cold Call Event (Nov. 1 and 2)

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Calling All Volunteers: RISE High Cold Call Event (Nov. 1 and 2)

Join the RISE High Family for School-Wide ‘Cold Call’ Volunteer Days November 1 & 2, 2023! We are excited to share our first-ever Cold Call Day(s) scheduled for Wednesday, November 1st, and Thursday, November 2nd from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm....

Emily Shapiro Sep 12, 2023 Comments Disabled

Celebrating Our 15th Anniversary!

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Celebrating Our 15th Anniversary!

We’re thrilled to welcome back students to our campuses to start the 2023-24 school year, our 15th Anniversary! It’s been a great first day full of smiles, reconnecting, fun games to get to know each other, and learning. Da Vinci Communications, Connect,...

Carla Levenson Aug 14, 2023 Comments Disabled

Summer Career Training Programs Provide Students with Exciting, Hands-On Experiences

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Summer Career Training Programs Provide Students with Exciting, Hands-On Experiences

What a summer it’s been! From welding to artificial intelligence, business, aviation, space system design, robotics, graphic design, and more — it’s been an incredible summer at Da Vinci Schools! About 200 middle and high school students...

Carla Levenson Aug 03, 2023 Comments Disabled

WDV Welcomes New Athletics and Performing Arts Leaders

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WDV Welcomes New Athletics and Performing Arts Leaders

We are thrilled to welcome two new leaders to the team. Nick “A.D.” Davidson has been selected as the new Director of Wiseburn Da Vinci Athletics. Alexi Paraschos serves as Coordinator of Wiseburn Da Vinci Performing Arts, a newly created...

Emily Shapiro Jul 24, 2023 Comments Disabled

Congratulations, Class of 2023 Graduates!

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Congratulations, Class of 2023 Graduates!

This week, we proudly celebrate 449 seniors from Da Vinci Communications, Connect, Design, RISE and Science high schools who are graduating at in-person ceremonies. We also celebrate our 61 8th grade Connect students who will take part in a promotion...

Carla Levenson Jun 07, 2023 Comments Disabled

Da Vinci Design Senior Projects and Showcase

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Da Vinci Design Senior Projects and Showcase

Da Vinci’s graduating seniors are closing out the school year with final Presentations of Learning where they reflect on their learning and growth over the past four years. At Da Vinci Design, seniors completed a six-week capstone project culminating...

Carla Levenson Jun 05, 2023 Comments Disabled

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond Visits Da Vinci Schools

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State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond Visits Da Vinci Schools

April 24, 2023 -- Today, Da Vinci Schools had the honor and privilege to host State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond as he recognized Da Vinci Schools as a leader in bringing personal finance curriculum to students. Supt. Thurmond visited...

Carla Levenson Apr 24, 2023 Comments Disabled

Join Us this Summer for Da Vinci Summer Camps 2023!

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Join Us this Summer for Da Vinci Summer Camps 2023!

Thinkers, tinkerers, designers, and creative problem solvers will love Da Vinci Schools’ Summer Camps 2023 in beautiful El Segundo! Kick off your summer fun with six exciting in-person camps: ROBOTICS | Sessions 1 & 2 GRAPHIC DESIGN | Sessions...

Emily Shapiro Apr 21, 2023 Comments Disabled

Da Vinci Alumni Excel in Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program

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Da Vinci Alumni Excel in Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program

In January, Da Vinci Schools welcomed back 13 alumni enrolled in our first-ever Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program. It’s an exciting step forward in Da Vinci’s mission to expand our career-connected learning opportunities that lead...

Emily Shapiro Apr 14, 2023 Comments Disabled

You’re Invited: Da Vinci Schools Second Annual CARnival – March 25th

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You’re Invited: Da Vinci Schools Second Annual CARnival – March 25th

CARnival Saturday, March 25 | 10am-5pm 201 N. Douglas St. El Segundo, CA 90245 Get ready for a thrilling event at Da Vinci Schools! The much-anticipated CARnival is right around the corner and promises to be an exciting day for all car enthusiasts and...

Emily Shapiro Mar 21, 2023 Comments Disabled

DVC Students Make DECA History at California Career Development Conference

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DVC Students Make DECA History at California Career Development Conference

By JasLynn Skinner, DVC DECA Co-Vice President of Marketing Eight members of Da Vinci Communications’ DECA program earned awards at the 2023 California Career Development Conference in Anaheim this month in two days of written and role-playing competition,...

Carla Levenson Mar 14, 2023 Comments Disabled

Priority Application Deadline for New TK-12th Grade Students is Feb. 28th

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Priority Application Deadline for New TK-12th Grade Students is Feb. 28th

Do you know a friend or family member who is looking for a real-world education in a small and nurturing school community? If yes, then keep reading! The Priority Application Deadline for new Da Vinci students entering grades TK-12 in the 2023-24 school...

Carla Levenson Feb 24, 2023 Comments Disabled

Da Vinci Connect TK-8 Named a ‘California Distinguished School’

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Da Vinci Connect TK-8 Named a ‘California Distinguished School’

We are thrilled to announce that Da Vinci Connect TK-8 has earned the state’s highest honor as a 2023 California Distinguished School. Da Vinci Connect is one of 356 elementary schools out of 5,824 statewide to be recognized for its outstanding work...

Emily Shapiro Jan 19, 2023 Comments Disabled

Mentoring Student Entrepreneurs at Da Vinci Design

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Mentoring Student Entrepreneurs at Da Vinci Design

Eleventh and 12th grade students from the Da Vinci Design Entrepreneurship pathway recently participated in a three-month mentorship program with BUILD culminating in a Diversity Design Challenge. As an entrepreneurship program for high school students,...

Emily Shapiro Jan 11, 2023 Comments Disabled

Let’s Get Social – Stay connected, engaged and informed

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Let’s Get Social – Stay connected, engaged and informed

Da Vincians are out and about learning by doing and embracing the world in ever-expanding ways. We invite you to share in the adventure and stay up-to-date with all things Da Vinci by following us through our organizational social channels. Post,...

Emily Shapiro Nov 04, 2022 Comments Disabled

Marissa Crook Named as New Wiseburn Da Vinci Athletics Director

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Marissa Crook Named as New Wiseburn Da Vinci Athletics Director

We are excited to announce that Marissa Crook has been named Athletics Director of the Wiseburn Da Vinci Athletics program. Marissa assumed her duties last week. For the past 12 years Marissa has worked to create and improve Physical Education and Athletic...

Emily Shapiro Oct 17, 2022 Comments Disabled

Alder Residency – Become a Da Vinci Teacher

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Alder Residency – Become a Da Vinci Teacher

Are you interested in pursuing a career in teaching? Or, do you know someone who would make a great teacher? We are very excited to announce that the application for the AlderWIDE SoCal Teacher Residency at Alder GSE is open! The priority application...

Emily Shapiro Sep 16, 2022 Comments Disabled

Da Vinci Welcomes Students Back to School

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Da Vinci Welcomes Students Back to School

We’re thrilled to have students back on our campuses to start the 2022-23 school year! It’s been a great week full of smiles, fun activities to get to know each other, and learning. Da Vinci RISE High started school last week, while Da Vinci...

Carla Levenson Aug 17, 2022 Comments Disabled

Investing in Exceptional Educators is an Investment in the Future

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Investing in Exceptional Educators is an Investment in the Future

We’re excited to welcome 50 new teachers, counselors and support staff to the Da Vinci family. We are honored that so many talented individuals have chosen to make Da Vinci their new home. For some, they are Da Vinci alumni or recent graduates...

Carla Levenson Aug 10, 2022 Comments Disabled

Congratulations, Class of 2022 Graduates!

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Congratulations, Class of 2022 Graduates!

This week, we proudly celebrate 470 seniors from Da Vinci Connect, Communications, Design, RISE and Science high schools who are graduating at in-person ceremonies. We also celebrate our 57 8th grade Connect students who will walk across the stage at...

Carla Levenson Jun 08, 2022 Comments Disabled

Now Accepting Applications for the Da Vinci Schools Board of Trustees

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Now Accepting Applications for the Da Vinci Schools Board of Trustees

Da Vinci Schools is seeking a talented professional to fill an open Board of Trustees seat that is soon to be vacant. Only applicants who reside within the boundaries of the Wiseburn Unified School District are eligible to apply. >> See...

Emily Shapiro May 10, 2022 Comments Disabled

Join Us this Summer at Da Vinci Summer Camp 2022!

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Join Us this Summer at Da Vinci Summer Camp 2022!

Calling all thinkers, tinkers, creative problem solvers and leaders! Kick off your summer fun with three exciting in-person camps at Da Vinci Schools in beautiful El Segundo. This summer, we are proudly offering Robotics, Graphic Design and L.E.A.D. (Leadership,...

Emily Shapiro Apr 27, 2022 Comments Disabled

You’re Invited: Da Vinci Schools First Annual CARnival – March 26th – Join Us!

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You’re Invited: Da Vinci Schools First Annual CARnival – March 26th – Join Us!

You are cordially invited to the Da Vinci Schools’ first CARnival — a fun day of games, food, and CARS! CARnival Saturday, March 26 | 10am-5pm 201 N. Douglas St. El Segundo, CA 90245 This unique event will feature cars from the Zimmerman...

Emily Shapiro Mar 22, 2022 Comments Disabled

Da Vinci’s Robotics Team Featured in “More Than Robots” Original Documentary Streaming on Disney+

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Da Vinci’s Robotics Team Featured in “More Than Robots” Original Documentary Streaming on Disney+

Da Vinci Schools’ Robotics Team 4201: The Vitruvian Bots has a lot to celebrate this week! Not only did they just win the Chairman’s Award at the Orange County Regional over the weekend which qualified them for the FIRST® Robotics World Championship...

Carla Levenson Mar 14, 2022 Comments Disabled

DVC DECA Competes in their First In-Person State Career Development Conference Since 2020

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DVC DECA Competes in their First In-Person State Career Development Conference Since 2020

By Mahina Matias, DVC Class of 2022 and DVC DECA Vice President of Marketing Six DECA members from Da Vinci Communications High School were recognized at the 2022 California DECA State Career Development Conference in Anaheim. DECA is a career-oriented...

Carla Levenson Mar 10, 2022 Comments Disabled

Da Vinci Educator Job Fair – April 2 – Join Us!

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Da Vinci Educator Job Fair – April 2 – Join Us!

WHAT: Educator Job Fair We’re hiring for the 2022-23 school year! We are seeking committed teachers, administrators and support staff. All candidates should bring copies of their resumes to share with the Da Vinci team. Advance registration is requested,...

Carla Levenson Mar 08, 2022 Comments Disabled

Priority Application Deadline for New TK-12th Grade Students is February 28th

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Priority Application Deadline for New TK-12th Grade Students is February 28th

Carla Levenson Feb 22, 2022 Comments Disabled

Celebrating the Opening of Connect High’s New Campus

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Celebrating the Opening of Connect High’s New Campus

This week, we celebrate a wonderful new start for Da Vinci Connect High as they open their doors at their beautiful new campus, located at 550 Continental Blvd. in El Segundo. The 13,300 square foot campus underwent an extensive interior renovation of...

Carla Levenson Feb 08, 2022 Comments Disabled

Announcing the Launch of Da Vinci Schools’ Newly Refreshed Website

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Announcing the Launch of Da Vinci Schools’ Newly Refreshed Website

Redesigned Site Improves Navigation and End-User Experience Da Vinci Schools officially launched its refreshed website (www.davincischools.org) this week, offering prospective students, their families, community members, educators, partners, and current...

Carla Levenson Jan 21, 2022 Comments Disabled

Learning by Doing: There’s a Content Explosion at Da Vinci Communications

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Learning by Doing: There’s a Content Explosion at Da Vinci Communications

Everywhere you look these days, companies and audiences are clamoring for new digital content. Viewers are hooked watching content at home and on their mobile devices. Content is king, but who knew the king would be so demanding? Students in the Media...

Emily Shapiro Dec 14, 2021 Comments Disabled

Da Vinci Welcomes Students #BackToSchool

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Da Vinci Welcomes Students #BackToSchool

Students from Da Vinci Communications, Design, Science, and Connect high schools and Da Vinci Extension returned to campuses today on the first day back to school for the 2021-22 school year! Da Vinci RISE High started school last week and Da Vinci Connect...

Carla Levenson Aug 16, 2021 Comments Disabled

Blood Drive – July 8th at Da Vinci Schools, Blood Donations Urgently Needed

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Blood Drive – July 8th at Da Vinci Schools, Blood Donations Urgently Needed

Did you know the Red Cross is experiencing a severe blood shortage? According to the Red Cross, more people are beginning to undergo elective surgeries, organ transplants, and emergency surgeries, all which require donated blood. Please consider making...

Emily Shapiro Jun 29, 2021 Comments Disabled

Preparing Learners for Their Future Through Real-World Learning

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Preparing Learners for Their Future Through Real-World Learning

With the academic year winding down, we want to take a moment to celebrate some of the real-world learning taking place at Da Vinci Schools this school year. The virtual environment has provided a unique opportunity for Da Vinci students and teachers...

Carla Levenson Jun 03, 2021 Comments Disabled

Let’s Get Social

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Let’s Get Social

We are so excited to officially launch Da Vinci Instagram and Facebook pages to complement our existing Twitter feed so we can get even more connected with our community, a.k.a. YOU!! Follow us today on any of our official Da Vinci Schools social...

Emily Shapiro Jun 02, 2021 Comments Disabled

Da Vinci Connect TK-8 Students Participate in Two Exciting Events Hosted by NASA and STEMconnector

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Da Vinci Connect TK-8 Students Participate in Two Exciting Events Hosted by NASA and STEMconnector

(You’re subscribed to the Da Vinci Schools Blog. Keep a close eye on your inbox for some great posts about exciting projects, collaborations, real-world learning, and more!) Da Vinci Connect TK-8 students recently had the opportunity to hear...

Carla Levenson May 12, 2021 Comments Disabled

D.R. Moreland Named as New Wiseburn Da Vinci Athletics Director

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D.R. Moreland Named as New Wiseburn Da Vinci Athletics Director

We are excited to announce that Donald “D.R.” Moreland has been named Athletics Director of the Wiseburn Da Vinci Athletics Program. D.R. assumed his duties last week. D.R. has more than 20 years of experience as an administrator, athletics...

Carla Levenson May 10, 2021 Comments Disabled

Returning to Campus and Staying Connected Through the Spring

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Returning to Campus and Staying Connected Through the Spring

Spring has arrived! Our campuses are coming back to life again after more than a year of our physical buildings being closed due to COVID-19. We had a fantastic first week back from Spring Break with more than 1,000 Da Vinci students joining us on our...

Carla Levenson Apr 17, 2021 Comments Disabled

DVC DECA Places at CA Conference and Earns Opportunity to Participate in International Conference Leadership Academy

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News, Real World Learning, Student Life

DVC DECA Places at CA Conference and Earns Opportunity to Participate in International Conference Leadership Academy

By Jeanette Arteaga, Da Vinci Communications Class of 2021 and DVC DECA President Six DECA members from Da Vinci Communications high school were recently recognized at the 2021 California DECA State Career Development Conference and will send two of its...

Carla Levenson Mar 22, 2021 Comments Disabled

Priority Application Deadline for New TK-12th Grade Students is Feb. 28

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Priority Application Deadline for New TK-12th Grade Students is Feb. 28

Our Priority Application Deadline for new TK-12th grade students for the 2021-22 school year is February 28th. If you know a friend of family member who is looking for a real-world education in a small and nurturing school community, then keep reading!...

Carla Levenson Feb 18, 2021 Comments Disabled

Athletics Update & Info Meeting – February 25th at 5:30PM – Join Us!

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Athletics Update & Info Meeting – February 25th at 5:30PM – Join Us!

We are excited to share that the Wiseburn Da Vinci Wolves have received approval by the CIF Southern Section Executive Committee to move from Small Schools Area 9 to Coast Area 2, paving the way for re-leaguing which will begin in the next few months!!...

Carla Levenson Feb 04, 2021 Comments Disabled

Honoring Changemakers and Each Other During Exhibition Week

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Honoring Changemakers and Each Other During Exhibition Week

Last week, Da Vinci Connect’s TK-8th grade students participated in virtual Exhibition events! During these unusual times, it was important for our community to honor and make space for the learning and projects with which students have engaged throughout...

Carla Levenson Dec 16, 2020 Comments Disabled

Informed and Engaged

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Informed and Engaged

(Editor’s Note: With the 2020 election just a few days away, we checked in with some seniors in Government class to see what they are studying and thinking about.) By Aidan S., Class of 2021 Hello, my name is Aidan S. and I am a senior at Da Vinci...

Carla Levenson Oct 29, 2020 Comments Disabled

Envisioning the Future of Work

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Envisioning the Future of Work

What does the future of work look like? A panel of three industry professionals offered their visions in a virtual session last week during the 2020 Transforming Learning Goes Virtual conference hosted by Da Vinci Schools. The panelists, all of whom are...

Carla Levenson Oct 20, 2020 Comments Disabled

Students Find Community in Virtual Clubs

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Students Find Community in Virtual Clubs

By Kian S., DV Design ‘21 In normal years, the Da Vinci Club Fair is a sight to behold. Reminiscent of a vibrant fish market, dozens of club leaders excitedly jostle for students’ attention. “Save our marine life!” “Level up...

Carla Levenson Sep 28, 2020 Comments Disabled

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