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Youth Climate Action

Youth Climate Action by Cool OC is an event dedicated to youth interested in making a difference in the fight against climate change. This event is on Saturday, November 18 from 1:30 pm to 5 pm located at 1 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine. This in-person event lets you connect with like-minded individuals passionate about saving our planet, featuring a special guest from Irvine City Council.

Come enjoy refreshments and several chances to win a $50 gift card! In addition, be able to earn volunteer hours while making an impact. At Youth Climate Action, you can engage in inspiring discussions about climate issues. Together, we can make a significant impact. Use your voice and learn how you can help!

To register, please click here.

Youth Thanksgiving Celebration 2023

Presented by World of Wonder, join the Los Angeles LGBT Center on Saturday, November 18 from 11am-1pm to celebrate Thanksgiving with a free warm meal, specialty beverages, a drag performance, music and dancing, raffles, and more! FREE for all LGBTQ+ youth ages 24 and younger and their friends. To register, please click here.

Location:

Los Angeles LGBT Center – Pride Hall
1118 North McCadden Place Los Angeles, CA 90038

Brothers Code

Brothers Code is an interactive, in-person event for middle school and high school students of color hosted on Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 8:00 am to 2:00 p.m. at USC during Computer Science Education Week. Students will learn more about the skills and networks that can guide them to exciting opportunities and careers within the technology sector. To register, please click here.

Location:

USC Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience
1002 Childs Way Los Angeles, CA 90089

At Brothers Code, youth participants will:
Play with technology while practicing coding and programming skills
Explore the vast range of career opportunities within the tech sector
Learn about the various pathways that can lead to participation in the tech sector
Investigate the various ways they can leverage technology to strengthen their communities and reach their goals
Network with enthusiastic tech sector professionals from a range of backgrounds

Additionally, the event will be a concurrent program for adults. Parents, guardians, teachers, administrators, counselors, champions, and any other interested adults can register and learn how they might support young people to pursue technology pathways.

Learn more about amazing RWL Opportunities here!
For more information, please contact Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.

For Students Interested in a Career in the Music Industry:

The Music Forward Foundation’s mission is to champion a more inclusive music industry by providing internships, mentorship, and resources to grow professionally. Students are welcome to submit their resumes to be considered for future opportunities by clicking here.

If you need support with your resume, please reach out to Ms. Nordia Simmonds at nsimmonds@davincischools.org or Ms. Crissel Rodriguez at crodriguez@davincischools.org.
Connect High School students, please reach out to Ms. Evelyn Hernandez-Rosas at ehernandezrosas@davincischools.org.

Learn more about amazing RWL Opportunities here!
For more information, please contact Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.

Apply to become a creative intern with Teens Media Network (TMN):

Teens Media Network (TMN) is currently looking for young, creative minds to join us on an exciting adventure to create a youth media network. We need multimedia producers (content creators), graphic designers, copywriters, social media managers, and PR professionals (event producers).

Apply now to be a part of something unique, exciting, and innovative! Applications are due Thursday, November 9.

If you need support with your application, please reach out to Ms. Nordia Simmonds at nsimmonds@davincischools.org.

Connect High School students, please reach out to Ms. Evelyn Hernandez-Rosas at ehernandezrosas@davincischools.org.

Learn more about amazing RWL Opportunities here!
For more information, please contact Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.

The Real World Learning Team Presents: RWL Workshops

Networking Workshop
November 16th, 4-5 PM
Real World Learning Center @ 201 N. Douglas

Join the Real World Learning Coordinator, Nordia Simmonds, for conversations about making your network work for you. You can expect to walk away from the workshop with practical tips to grow and maintain a thriving network that you can leverage to launch you into your dream career!

Career-Learning Opportunity
November 30th, 4-5 PM
Real World Learning Center @ 201 N. Douglas

We will be welcoming an exciting guest speaker, Andrea Howard, to share her experiences as a birth and postpartum doula!

Learn more about amazing RWL Opportunities here!
For more information, please contact Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.

The NewFilmmakers Los Angeles’ Student Mentorship Program has partnered with NBCUniversal Academy once again for their student mentorship program!

The Student Mentorship Program is open to current LA County High School Students. Participants will be paired with a production mentor during their time on set and will learn about directing, cinematography, lighting, producing, sound mixing and more. Students will also have the opportunity to meet the filmmakers on set and also receive IMDB credit for their participation. The students will have a chance to visit the Universal Studios lot and an actual Hollywood film set. You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity.

Upcoming dates: 12 spots available for each date

• Thurs, Nov 9th
• Tues, Nov 14th
• Wed, Nov 15th

Location: NBC Universal Studios Lot
100 Universal City Plaza
Universal City, California 91608

Time: TBD but usually in the afternoon from 2pm to 6pm or 3pm to 7pm. We understand that it’s a school day, but we are also willing to write an excuse letter, if needed.

Each student is only allowed to participate once and they must be a current LA County-based High School student.

What you need to do:

• Students need to send their application via this link.
• The student’s parent/guardian needs to sign the NFMLA Release Forms and send them to us by email.
• Please make sure to inform the student to regularly check their email and respond to our invitation as soon as possible so we can reserve a spot for them.
• Spots will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. We will send a confirmation email to the student once they have been admitted to the program, so please remind them to check their inbox/spam folder regularly.

For more information, please contact Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.
Click here to see other Real World Learning opportunities.

The RISE Diversity Project seeks to diversify the world of film and studio recordings by assembling an orchestra of young, BIPOC musicians from all across Los Angeles to work together with professional studio musicians and perform and record in a world-class recording studio. The opportunity is open for musicians aged 14-27 and it is free. The deadline is December 1st. For more information, please click here.

For more information, please contact Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.
Click here to see other Real World Learning opportunities.

For students interested in volunteer work:

Volunteer with TreePeople’s community forestry team and help restore our urban forest in Inglewood! Planting trees increases shade, rainwater capture, cleanses water draining to the ocean, bolsters air quality, and mitigates the impact of climate change for Los Angeles County.

Please join the efforts happening on Saturday, 10/28 from 8:30am to 12:30pm. Located at 590 E Brett St, Inglewood, CA 90302. Volunteers will sign in at the meeting location at 8:30 AM.

To sign up, please click here:
https://www.treepeople.org/volunteer/

WHAT TO BRING:

• • Hat to provide shade
  • Work gloves — some will be made available, but it is recommended that volunteers bring their own
  • Comfortable clothing that can get dirty
  • Sturdy, close-toed shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Filled water bottle and snack
  • Hand sanitizer

For students interested in film:

The NewFilmmakers Los Angeles’ Student Mentorship Program has two upcoming sessions on Saturday, November 18th and Sunday, November 19th, 2023 and they still have 12 spots available for students interested in film. Students must send their application via this link.

Below is a general overview of the program:

• • • The Student Mentorship Program is open to current LA County High School Students. Participants will be paired with a production mentor during their time on set and will learn about directing, cinematography, lighting, producing, sound mixing and more. Students will also have the opportunity to meet the filmmakers on set and also receive IMDB credit for their participation.
    • Time: TBD but usually from 9:00 am – 5:30 pm.
    • Location: TBD
    • Each student is only allowed to participate once and they must be a current LA County-based High School student.
    • Lunch and snacks will be provided to the students.

What you need to do:

• • • Students must send their application via this link.
    • Please ask the student’s parent/guardian to sign the attached release forms sent to them via email.
    • Please make sure to inform the student to regularly check their email and respond to our invitation as soon as possible so we can reserve a spot for them.

Spots will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. The organization will send a confirmation email to the student once they have been admitted to the program, so please remind them to check their inbox/spam folder regularly.

For more information about these opportunities, please contact Ms. Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.
For a list of other current Real World Learning Opportunities, please click here.

Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots Youth Council Applications are OPEN!
Roots and Shoots Youth Council USA is looking for inspiring young change-makers to apply and become part of a group of passionate and compassionate youth leaders from around the U.S. who exemplify what it means to be a part of the Roots & Shoots movement.

R&S Youth Council members gain special access to career-building opportunities like media training, information sessions with influential mentors across fields, and workshops to craft their personal stories. Council members are ambassadors of our program, so there may even be occasional speaking engagements!

Application link can be found here.
Application deadline is October 28, 2023, 11:59 PM ET

You are encouraged to apply if you are…

• 14-22 years old (high school-college aged).
• Currently in 9th-12th grade or have graduated from high school (or an equivalent).
• Residing and/or going to school in the United States or one of its territories.
• A registered member of Roots & Shoots. Ideally, you are an active change-maker with a history of participating in and/or leading Roots & Shoots service projects in your community.
• Ready to commit to an active year (Jan-Dec 2024) with Roots & Shoot Youth Council USA, which will include two online meetings a month and a 3-5 day in-person, intensive council summit during the summer 2024

For more information about these opportunities, please contact Ms. Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.
For a list of other current Real World Learning Opportunities, please click here.

The Los Angeles County Fire Department Headquarters are hosting “The Girls’ Fire Camp” on Saturday, October 21st 9:30am-3:30pm, located at 1320 North Eastern Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90063. Click here to RSVP!

This is a one-day program for candidates between the ages of 10-18 and introduces interested youth to various career opportunities available in the Fire Department. Attendees will learn basic firefighting skills by gaining valuable hands-on experience from professional LACoFD firefighters, dispatchers, lifeguards, and other Department team members.

For more information, please contact the Recruitment Unit at (310) 419-2115 or email Fire-Recruitment@fire.lacounty.gov.

For more information about these opportunities, please contact Ms. Crissel Rodriguez, Director of Real World Learning, at crodriguez@davincischools.org.
For a list of other current Real World Learning Opportunities, please click here.