Dear Da Vinci RISE Seniors and Families,

We know that the campus closures due to COVID-19 have taken a particularly difficult toll on you. You have spent a long time looking forward to Senior year, and you have worked incredibly hard to meet Senior requirements so that you could celebrate this accomplishment through Prom, Grad Nite, and Commencement. Please know that we share in your sadness and frustration, and we want to find ways to ensure you feel as supported as possible during this time. Below you will find a list of Frequently Asked Questions along with responses that detail the answers we have at this time. You will also find information regarding senior meetings and counseling office hours, which we strongly recommend you take advantage of in order to stay looped in to forthcoming updates. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us and let us know how else we can support you during this time.

Kari Croft, Principal
kcroft@davincischools.org

Erin Whalen, Assistant Principal at APCH
ewhalen@davincischools.org

Dr. Rebecca Robertson, Assistant Principal at Hawthorne
rrobertson@davincischools.org

Dynasty Taylor, College Counselor
dtaylor@davincischools.org

 

What senior requirements & deadlines should I meet to receive my diploma?

  • You must still complete the credits and courses necessary for your graduation pathway. Updated credit trackers were emailed to your Da Vinci Schools Student email address last week. If you did not receive yours, please email Dynasty Taylor to receive another copy. This credit tracker outlines completed courses and remaining credits to be eligible for graduation. All credits that are highlighted in red or yellow MUST BE COMPLETED in order to graduate and receive your diploma in June.
  • You do not have to complete the additional senior requirements initially outlined for participation in graduation. The following senior requirements have been waived:
    • Resume (RISE staff will support you in completing your resume as necessary to ensure you have it as a resource once you graduate)
    • Cover Letter
    • Final Senior SLC
    • Community service hours
  • There will be a one-on-one Senior check-in on May 21 to review credits earned and determine eligibility for June deadlines. Seniors are encouraged to communicate weekly with Dynasty and with their teachers to ensure they are on track to complete necessary credits.

Are Graduation and Senior Activities cancelled?

  • Unfortunately, Grad Nite and Prom have been cancelled,  and Graduation has been postponed due to safety concerns around Coronavirus. You will receive reimbursements for any funds paid to reserve your place for Grad Nite and/or Prom. We are committed to ensuring that you still get the opportunity to celebrate your graduation by walking across the stage, and once we have received the all-clear from the Governor and the District, we will plan a ceremony and give you enough prior notice so that your family, friends, and loved ones can plan to attend. We will communicate this new graduation date and plan as soon as we have it. Thank you for your continued patience.

What do I do if I signed up for the CHSPE? 

  • All students who were registered for the March California High School Proficiency Exam have been rescheduled for June 20.
  • If you still need to register for the June 20th date, you can do so when registration window opens on April 16.
  • Your point person for assistance in registering or for accessing study materials is Meika Nwaomah. Please reach out to her at mnwaomah@davincischools.org

 

When are Senior Meetings and how can I receive additional support? 

Next Senior Meeting (both sites): Tuesday April 7, 9:00am – 10:00am