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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.

PROCESSION: A family-friendly event at the Los Angeles State Historic Park on Oct. 21st

Procession is a multipart, community-oriented performance and festival that invites Los Angeles residents to explore the history of the LA River and the ground beneath their feet. This is a free event with storytelling, art workshops, performances, and family-friendly activities taking place at the Los Angeles State Historic Park on October 21, 2023 at 11am. No RSVP required. To learn more about this event, please click here.

Location:
Los Angeles State Historic Park
1245 North Spring Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

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.

For students interested in public relations, social media, graphic design, the arts, and content creation. There are two exciting opportunities below:

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

CREATIVE MINDS WANTED! 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! To learn more about this incredible opportunity, please register for our online orientation session, which will take place on Thursday, October 26th, at 6pm.

If you need support with your application, please reach out to Ms. Nordia Simmonds, Real World Learning Coordinator, at nsimmonds@davincischools.org.
Connect High School students, please reach out to Ms. Evelyn Hernandez-Rosas, Real World Learning Coordinator, at ehernandezrosas@davincischools.org.

10th Annual Creative Career Fair

This is a FREE opportunity for youth interested in a career in the arts! Youth, parents, and educators are all welcome! To RSVP, click here.

Date and time: Saturday, October 14th from 12-2pm
Location: Inner-City Arts
720 Kohler St. Los Angeles, CA 90021

You’ll hear independent artists and professionals from creative organizations talk about their journeys and answer your questions.

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.

For students interested in aviation, aerospace, and STEM:

The LAX Career Aviation Day is back this year and scheduled for Wednesday, October 25th! The Real World Learning Team will be taking a select number of students from Da Vinci Schools to the Flight Path Museum in Los Angeles. Interested students are required to RSVP using this link. The deadline to RSVP is October 18th. 

Students will:

• Learn about exciting careers in aviation and aerospace industries
• Experience aircrafts on display and aviation partner exhibits
• Network with key workforce leaders, professionals, and education partners

The trip will depart from and return to:
Da Vinci Schools – 201 N Douglas St. El Segundo, CA 90245
Departure Time: 8:45 am
Return to Campus: 12:30 pm

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.

A unique opportunity for students interested in astronautics and space exploration:

Arte Youth Program and MMAARS, an Analog Simulation Organization based in the Mojave Desert will be hosting a “Virtual Analog Astronaut Panel” featuring eight Analog Astronauts who will provide your students with an incredible chance to learn about their work and participate in a Q&A session. This event promises to be an inspiring and educational experience!

Dates and Times:

• October 31st at 7:30 pm PST
• November 6th at 3:30 pm PST

In order to participate in this opportunity, we kindly request that you email support@arteyouthprogram.org. Students who RSVP before October 13 will be able to participate for free. Students who RSVP after this time will need to pay a $30 fee.

In your RSVP email, please provide the following:

• Student Name
• School Name
• What date you would like to attend

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.