DaVinci Academy

DaVinci Academy








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  • Our Story
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  • Enrollment
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Why DaVinci

Our Story

Top 10 Questions

Enrollment

Information

Parents

Student Life

Faculty/Staff

Board of Directors

Why DaVinci  

Why DaVinci
  • DaVinci Academy invites a school culture that blends a passion for learning with a commitment for tolerance and a desire for change. Its mission is to create students who are creative, critical thinkers and problem solvers who are prepared for the demands of a changing, global society.
  • Our goals are to:

    1. Combine diverse academic areas in a logical, integrated manner with a hands-on curriculum.
    2. Enhance the study of left-brained math and science with the artistic right-brained skills that inspire creative genius.
    3. Inspire integrity, leadership, character, professionalism, excellence as students develop a work ethic that will prepare them to serve in business, academia, and society. We encourage a challenging curriculum, an attitude of community service and involvement, and an ethical high ground. We accept students from all backgrounds, financial circumstances, academic ranges and welcome the diversity that comes from variety, circumstance and thought. Our desired outcomes for student learning include communication, collaboration, citizenship and contemplation.
  • DaVinci is a fully accredited, public charter high school. DaVinci Academy welcomed the USOE accreditation team for an onsite visit April 19, 2007. We gained a full 6 year term of accreditation through the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools and are active in refining and developing our school improvement plan. DaVinci is here to stay, contributing to the charter school movement in Weber County and to the development of downtown Ogden.

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Parents  

DaVinci Academy Parent Information
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Information  

Information
  • Policies
    All DASA policies and procedures
  • Files
    This is our online repository of files such as policies, and other various files.
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Our Story  

Our Story
      DaVinci Academy was the brainchild of a coalition of business, science, education and community leaders early in 2003. The concept of creating a high school in downtown Ogden that provided the knowledge and skills students needed in the 21st century was compelling for many. After months of work, DaVinci Academy was chartered by the Utah State Board of Education and opened its doors in August 2004 with the mission of integrating science and the arts after the example of the original Renaissance man, Leonardo da Vinci. Naturally this progressed into a solid college preparatory, project-based curriculum that addresses the needs of the whole child.

      Our Mission Statement:

        DASA will provide a rigorous and diverse, project-based curriculum that will result in students who have the critical thinking, self-assurance and creative problem-solving skills needed for the pursuit of higher education or career goals.

        DASA will provide a safe and supportive environment where diversity and individuality is welcome and a motivation to become high-achieving, socially responsible citizens is encouraged through activities inside and outside the school.

        Students, families and educators work together as a team, with support from the community to prepare DaVinci students for success in todays more global, complex society

      Supplying a technology backbone that allows for a classroom experience that reaches beyond the limits of our walls and a dedicated, cohesive faculty who love teaching and students, DaVinci was chosen as Utahs Charter School of 2008. Our graduates have gone on to universities across the United States and are consistently making a positive contribution to their communities and world. With an active Board of Directors and a thriving Parent Teacher Student Organization, DaVinci provides opportunities for both family and community to reenergize the educational sphere of Weber County.
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Top 10 Questions  

Top 10 Questions

  • What is a Charter?

    A charter school is a elementary or secondary school that receives public money but have
    been freed from some of the rules, regulations, and statutes that apply to other public schools
    in exchange for some type of accountability for producing certain results, which are set forth
    in each school's charter. DaVinci Academy is considered a Public Charter School.

  • How do I apply?

    Visit the Enrollment section of this website for more information on applying to DaVinci Academy.

  • How can I help?

    Please visit our Volunteer page for additional information or contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Kelly Freeze at 801-409-0708

  • Are your teachers certified?

    All our teachers have certified degrees from accredited universities.

  • Is the school "accredited"?

    DaVinci is a fully accredited, public charter high school. DaVinci Academy welcomed the USOE
    accreditation team for an onsite visit April 19, 2007. We gained a full 6 year term of
    accreditation through the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools and are active in refining
    and developing our school improvement plan.

  • Does it cost to attend?

    As part of the free public school system, there are no fees associated with a charter school beyond those charged by any other public school such as book fees, lab fees, registration, etc. Fee waivers are also available.

  • Im already attending another school. Can I apply to DaVinci too?

    You are welcome to apply to as many schools as you wish and choose which one you think best fits your
    needs. Even if you are already enrolled in a regular public school, a private school, OPA, NUAMES or
    are home schooled, you may apply and transfer to DaVinci.

  • What are the extracurricular activities?

    DaVinci maintains several traditional clubs such as Debate, Model UN, MESA and National Honors
    Society. Additionally, DaVinci teachers advise a variety of competitive clubs such as Science
    Olympiad, Poetry Club, Chess Club and English Quest, as well as athletic clubs such as Cycling,
    Yoga, and Football.

  • What about lunch at DaVinci Academy?

    Students may bring their own meals or may purchase hot lunches on campus.

  • How small are class sizes?

    Our maximum classroom size is 25 students with an average class size of 17.

Student Life  

Student Life
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Faculty/Staff  

Faculty/Staff
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Volunteer  

Volunteer
  • Fall & Sprint Service Days
  • Dance Preparation and Clean-up
  • Dance Chaperones
  • Field Trip Drivers/Supervisors
  • Lunch Room
  • Graduation Committee & Party Chaperone
  • Envelope Stuffing
  • Phone Tree
    • Contact Kelly Freeze (801-409-0708) for additional information and to help with any of the above items
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Activities  

Activities
  • Dances
    • Home Coming
    • Halloween
    • Winter
    • Spring
    • Valentines
    • Prom
  • PTSO Movie Nights
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2033 Grant Ave. Ogden, Utah 84401. Main Phone: (801)-409-0700 | Fax: (801)-866-1311
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Sports  

Sports
  • Basketball Charter League male and female teams
    Schedule of games here
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Clubs/Organizations  

Clubs/Organizations
  • Football
  • English Quest and Literary
  • Envirothon
  • Chess
  • Art
    See our Students art
  • Gaming
    Gaming page
  • Camera
  • Rock Band
  • Guitar
  • Poetry/Writing
  • Student Government
  • Publications
  • Hiking
  • Math and Stem Tutoring
  • National Honors Society
  • Computer
  • Student Council
  • Science Olympiad
  • Anime
  • American Sign Language
  • Robotics
    Robotics site
  • Year Book
    Year book site
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News Letter  

News Letter
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Site Map  

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Policy  

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career  

Career
    Currently no available positions, for more information please call 801-409-0720.
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Board of Directors meeting Agendas  

Board of Directors meeting
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Meeting Minutes  

Meeting Minutes
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Board Bios  

Board Bios
    Terryl Miller Board President EMail: Terryl.Miller@DaVinciAcademy.org
    Adam Johnson Board Vice President EMail: AJohnson@weber.edu
    Eric Amsel Board Secretary EMail: EAmsel@weber.edu
    Steve Reeves Board Member EMail: unprovided
    Iain Hueton Board Member EMail: unprovided
    Carl Porter Board Member EMail: unprovided
    Stanton Taylor Board Member EMail: unprovided
    Lisa Nichols Board Member EMail: unprovided
    Jessie Kidd Board Member EMail: Jessie.Kidd@DaVinciAcademy.org
    Fran Jensen Board Member EMail: unprovided
    Martin OLoughlin Board Member EMail: unprovided
    Mark Maxson Board Member EMail: unprovided
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Enrollment  

Enrollment
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Board of Directors  

Board of Directors
  • The DaVinci Academy Board of Directors meets monthly on the second Wednesday of every month at 5:30PM at the school.
  • Meeting agendas for upcoming Board Meetings are posted here 24 hours prior to Board Meetings.
  • Please contact Eric Amsel (Board Secretary) at least one week before the next board meeting if you wish to be on the Board agenda for the next board meeting.
  • Board Portal
    For board members to access there online portal
  • Agendas
    The current or upcoming Board of Directors Agenda, and all past agendas.
  • Meeting Minutes
    The approved meeting minutes for all Board of Directors meetings
  • Board Information
    DaVinci Academy Board of Directors Biographies and Contact Information
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