There will be no school for students on October 13 due to professional development. School will resume Tuesday, October 14.
No school October 13
Movie night is back!
The Da Vinci International Club will be hosting a screening of Lilo & Stitch on Friday, September 26, at 4:30 PM. The event will take place in the Da Vinci auditorium at 785 Southwestern Dr. Pizza and concessions will be available starting at just $1 each. Admission is free!
All proceeds will go towards the club’s summer 2026 Europe trip. Parent supervision is required for all students in 5th grade and lower. For any questions contact Mrs. Loya at aloya@burnhamwood.org.
El Club Internacional de Da Vinci presentará una función de Lilo & Stitch este viernes 25 de septiembre a las 4:30 pm. El evento se llevará a cabo en el auditorio de Da Vinci; 785 Southwestern Dr. Se venderá pizza, bebidas, y botanas a tan solo $1 dólar. ¡La admisión es gratuita!
Todos los ingresos se destinarán al viaje a Europa del club para el verano de 2026. Se requiere la supervisión de los padres para todos los estudiantes de 5to grado y menores. Cualquier pregunta contacte a la maestra Loya al correo aloya@burnhamwood.org.
More DV students can enjoy free school meals
Parents and guardians,
In the 2025-26 and 2026-27 school years, Da Vinci students who qualify for reduced-price meals will receive breakfast and lunch at no cost. Please contact the school to learn more and how to apply for school meal benefits.
Padres y tutores,
En los años escolares 2025-2026 y 2026-2027, los estudiantes que califiquen para comidas a precio reducido recibirán desayuno y almuerzo sin costo. Comuníquese con su escuela para obtener más información y saber cómo presentar una solicitud para recibir beneficios de comidas escolares.
DV Fall Individual School Pictures
Da Vinci will be having their annual fall pictures over four days:
- Tuesday, September 16: 7th and 8th Grade
- Wednesday, September 17 9th Grade
- Thursday, September 18: 10th and 11th Grade
- Friday, September 19: 12th Grade
Early Release – September 19, 2025
Students will be dismissed early Friday, September 19 due to Parent-Teacher Conferences. All students will be dismissed at 12:30 P.M. For more information, see the early dismissal section of the bell schedule.
Da Vinci recognized by U.S. News & World Report
Congratulations to Da Vinci School for Science & the Arts, Superintendent Dr. Joe E. Gonzales, former principal Mr. Gallardo, and all the teachers, students, and staff who made this achievement possible!
Da Vinci has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best high schools in the El Paso metro area. This recognition is especially meaningful because Da Vinci proudly serves one of the highest numbers of emergent bilingual students in the region, while also ranking among the top schools in college readiness.
We are deeply grateful to Dr. G for his visionary leadership and dedication, which have been instrumental in achieving this recognition.
Jean Day – Friday, Sept. 5
Jean Day is this Friday, September 5th! Support the International Club’s Summer 2026 Europe Trip by wearing your jeans for just $1. Only blue jeans are allowed, and no ripped jeans or jean skirts will be allowed.
Early Release – August 29, 2025
Students will be dismissed early Friday, August 29. All students will be dismissed at 12:30 P.M. For more information, see the early dismissal section of the bell schedule.
International Club Informational Meeting
Attention High School Parents:
The International Club informational meeting for the Summer 2026 trip to Germany, France, and Spain has been rescheduled to Tuesday, August 26 at 5:30 P.M. in the Da Vinci auditorium. Parents and students are invited to attend to learn more about this exciting educational travel opportunity. You can also fill out this form to sign up for the meeting.
Teacher Job Fair – June 30, 2025 8 A.M.-Noon
Burnham Wood and Vista del Futuro Charter School Districts will be holding a teacher job fair on Monday, June 30, 2025 from 8:00 A.M. to noon at the Da Vinci School for Science and the Arts foyer located at 785 Southwestern Drive. Bring your resume and be ready for a potential interview.