Kaitlin Toon

Dear Da Vinci Connect K8 Community,

We are thrilled to share that in partnership with New Roads Schools, Da Vinci Schools is welcoming Dr. Dan Siegel for an evening session through their Critical Conversations series, happening THIS Thursday 1/19/23 at 5:00pm over zoom! Please click this link to register for this incredible event.

Dr. Dan Siegel’s work has been pivotal to the framing of how Da Vinci Connect approaches our work with children. We have spent time exploring and learning from his vast catalog of work, including The Whole Brain Child, The Yes Brain, No Drama Discipline, Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain, and more!

We look forward to sharing this event with you! Feel free to share with your wider communities as we explore Dr. Siegel’s conversation on The Biology of Belonging!

With Gratitude,

The Team at Da Vinci Connect K8

Attn: 8th Grade Families!

Be sure to submit your applications for 9th grade to our Da Vinci High Schools before the deadline of 2/28! To learn more about our High School options, you can sign up for tours, info sessions, and informal student chats (the first one is happening TONIGHT!). You can find out more information and review pre-recorded info sessions HERE.

Happy New Year!

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health recommends ongoing prevention strategies to mitigate new respiratory and other infections in the new year.  

• Frequent hand washing including before meals, after restroom use, after handling tissues
• Consider the use of masks indoors for first two weeks back to school after holidays
• Coughs and sneezes should be covered with a tissue or sleeve, not hands
• Tissues should be properly disposed of in trash receptacles
• Avoid physical contact and sharing utensils with anyone who is exhibiting symptoms of an illness

In Los Angeles County, California, current COVID community level is Medium.

• If you are at high risk of getting very sick, wear a high-quality mask or respirator (e.g., N95) when indoors in public.
• If you have household or social contact with someone at high risk for getting very sick, consider self-testing to detect infection before contact, and consider wearing a high-quality mask when indoors with them.
• Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines, including recommended booster doses.
• Maintain ventilation improvements.
• Avoid contact with people who have suspected or confirmed COVID-19.
• Follow recommendations for isolation if you have suspected or confirmed COVID-19.
• Follow the recommendations for what to do if you are exposed to someone with COVID-19.

COVID testing information

COVID Travel advisories

In general, please do not send children to school if they are sick with acute symptoms (fever, productive or new cough, diarrhea/vomiting). Some of the cold and respiratory symptoms can linger for some time unfortunately. We encourage students to stay home when acutely ill and for those who are on the mend, who are able to get good sleep and have a typical appetite and energy level to return to school. Please continue to report all absences to the school office via phone or email. 

Please continue to report all positive COVID cases to school nurse Emily Green egreen@davincischools.org. We will then provide return guidance. General isolation instructions are to isolate for a minimum of 5 days from positive test or symptom onset and then return to school after a negative test on day 6-10. No student needs to be isolated for longer than 10 days. 

Take good care! 

Dr. Emily Green, Director of Health Services

We are excited to welcome students and families this week to participate in  Da Vinci’s signature practice of Exhibition! As we come together to celebrate student achievement, a reminder that in our communities (home, school and beyond) there is currently increased co-circulation of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza/flu viruses, SARS-CoV-2, and others.

Shared practices we can all engage in that create healthy and safe classrooms and campuses include staying home when sick, hand washing, cough etiquette, being aware of crowded indoor spaces, wearing a mask if appropriate, getting vaccinated when eligible, proper ventilation and participating in our regular free school campus COVID testing program.

Please take care when entering our spaces and consider the above as we aim to all stay healthy through the Holiday Season and beyond.

Emily Green, Director of Health Services, RN, PhD

Egreen@davincischools.org

Phone: 310-725-5800, ext 1039

Fax: 310-356-3224

Da Vinci Connect’s Annual Family Work Day

Let’s start the 2023 New Year off together, beautifying our campus!

Save the dates

Wednesday – January 4

Saturday – January 7

Attention Parents:

If you have experience with general contracting or building structures. We are looking for expert advice on weather proofing and sealing our Tiny Homes. Contact jdurham@davincischools.org for details.

Los Angeles County and Da Vinci Schools are experiencing extremely high respiratory infections among students and staff including Flu, Respiratory Syncytial Virus, also known as RSV and COVID-19. Please test for COVID if your student is experiencing respiratory symptoms. 

Please do not send children to school if they are sick with acute symptoms (fever, productive or new cough, diarrhea/vomiting). Some of the cold and respiratory symptoms can linger for some time unfortunately. We encourage students to stay home when acutely ill and for those who are on the mend, who are able to get good sleep and have a typical appetite and energy level to return to school. Please continue to report all absences to the school office via phone or email. 

Please continue to report all positive COVID cases, including during Thanksgiving break to school nurse Emily Green egreen@davincischools.org. We will then provide return guidance. General isolation instructions are to isolate for a minimum of 5 days from positive test or symptom onset and then return to school after a negative test on day 6-10. No student needs to be isolated for longer than 10 days. 

COVID tests are available in all health offices, please encourage students to pick up a COVID test prior to break to support any holiday testing needs as holiday breaks approach. 

Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is strongly encouraging the following preventive measures:

• Frequent hand washing including before meals, after restroom use, after handling tissues
• Consider the use of masks indoors, with holiday gatherings or when in a group setting
• Coughs and sneezes should be covered with a tissue or sleeve, not hands
• Tissues should be properly disposed of in trash receptacles
• Avoid physical contact and sharing utensils with anyone who is exhibiting symptoms of an illness
• Get Influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations if eligible

Families should seek medical attention immediately if:

• Their child is having difficulty breathing
• Their child is showing signs of dehydration (no urine in 8 hours, no tears when crying)
• Their child has a persistently high fever, or is looking/acting very sick or lethargic

Take good care! 

Dr. Emily Green, Director of Health Services

All families are welcome to attend Connect’s School Site Council, TODAY,  Monday 11/14 @ 4:30pm via Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/s/97935176139

Here are the dates for SSC meetings all year:

11/14, 12/12, 1/30, 2/27, 3/27, 5/1 and 5/31

Hello Da Vinci Connect K8 Families,

As part of preparation for our Fall Festival tomorrow (@3pm on campus–see you there!) and in honor of Dia De Los Muertos, Core 3 student Oliver and his family have begun building an ofrenda on campus for our community to contribute to and enjoy together! If you have a photo of a loved one or a memento of a loved one you’d like to share, please stop by campus anytime this week or next to add your offering! Please share copies of photos, as the ofrenda is outdoors and we don’t want the weather to damage precious items.

Thank you to Oliver, Kahiry, and your family for bringing this special tradition to our community!

Canned Food and Clothing Drive – Fall 2022

Dear Connect friends and families click here to view a short video introducing the Grass Roots Neighbors program.

During the upcoming Fall Festival Event on Wednesday November 9 from 3 to 5 pm, the Stolpe family will help students gather donations and build care kits in support of this awesome organization! Donations are being collected NOW and until November 18.

Video Link:

https://youtu.be/a-NWmp21UGk

Suggested Donations:

Food– rice, beans, pasta, pasta sauce, tuna, chili, oil, fruits, vegetables, cereal, oatmeal, condiments

Snacks– granola bars, chips, cookies.

other– a note of encouragement, toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, disinfectant wipes, hand sanitizer, soap, shampoo & conditioner, toothbrush & toothpaste.

clothing– socks, gloves, & beanies

Please contact Jahmal at jdurham@davincischools.org for questions about the event or donations. Thank you Core 4 student, Marc, for initiating this giving opportunity!

Hi DV Connect Families,

Friendly reminder that the Multi-Cultural Fair is happening on campus TODAY from 4:00-6:00pm. Please join us to learn about the many beautiful cultures represented in our community–there will be activities, presentations, displays, food tastings, and performances! We can’t wait to see you there– Family and friends welcome!