Project-Based Learning

Celebrating Real-World Learning and Growth at Da Vinci Exhibition Nights

Celebrating Real-World Learning and Growth at Da Vinci Exhibition Nights

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Celebrating Real-World Learning and Growth at Da Vinci Exhibition Nights

We are so proud of our TK-12 students for showcasing their learning and growth during the five Exhibition Nights held this month at Da Vinci Communications, Da Vinci Connect TK-8, Da Vinci Design, and Da Vinci Science. These events are a cornerstone of...
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Emily Shapiro Apr 28, 2025 Comments Disabled
Students Gain Powerful Presentation Skills in Semester-End POLs

Students Gain Powerful Presentation Skills in Semester-End POLs

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Students Gain Powerful Presentation Skills in Semester-End POLs

For Da Vinci Communications senior Sophia Alexander, Presentations of Learning (POLs) are a reminder of the skills she has acquired since she started at Da Vinci as a 9th grader.   “Every student, including me, can feel nervous or shy when presenting....
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Emily Shapiro Dec 23, 2024 Comments Disabled
Celebrating Student Learning and Growth at Exhibition Nights

Celebrating Student Learning and Growth at Exhibition Nights

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Celebrating Student Learning and Growth at Exhibition Nights

We are so proud of our students for showcasing their learning and growth at this month’s Exhibition Nights at Da Vinci Communications, Da Vinci Connect, and Da Vinci Design. Exhibitions provide all Da Vinci students in grades TK-12 with a unique platform...
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Emily Shapiro Nov 25, 2024 Comments Disabled
Project Booktalk: Fostering a Love for Reading (and Writing) at Da Vinci Design & Beyond

Project Booktalk: Fostering a Love for Reading (and Writing) at Da Vinci Design & Beyond

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Project Booktalk: Fostering a Love for Reading (and Writing) at Da Vinci Design & Beyond

Da Vinci Design students are rediscovering the joys of reading through Project Booktalk, a project-based learning initiative that not only inspires a love for books, but also gives students a voice beyond the classroom. Through their participation, students...
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Emily Shapiro Oct 30, 2024 Comments Disabled
Da Vinci Design Celebrates Students in their First-Ever Presentation of Learning (POL) Excellence Awards

Da Vinci Design Celebrates Students in their First-Ever Presentation of Learning (POL) Excellence Awards

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Da Vinci Design Celebrates Students in their First-Ever Presentation of Learning (POL) Excellence Awards

On February 2, 2024, Da Vinci Design hosted their first-ever Presentation of Learning (POL) Excellence Awards Breakfast to honor and celebrate 11 Designers who went above and beyond in their POLs last semester. Designers’ families were invited to attend...
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Emily Shapiro Feb 29, 2024 Comments Disabled
Presentations of Learning: Students Gain Powerful Presentation Skills While Reflecting on Their Academic Learning and Growth

Presentations of Learning: Students Gain Powerful Presentation Skills While Reflecting on Their Academic Learning and Growth

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Presentations of Learning: Students Gain Powerful Presentation Skills While Reflecting on Their Academic Learning and Growth

Presentations of Learning, known as POLs, are a tradition at Da Vinci Schools beginning in Transitional Kindergarten. All students in grades TK-12 prepare and deliver POLs at the end of each semester or academic year to “show what they know” in front...
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Carla Levenson Dec 23, 2023 Comments Disabled