Leonardo da Vinci High School

09/04/2026

Enjoy the long weekend and we will see everyone back at school on Tuesday!

09/03/2026

Two more great opportunities to participate in school sports!

09/03/2026

For seniors only: Hoodie Design Competition

Submit your ideas to Dr. Lane at [email protected] by September 30th.

09/02/2026

Greetings, this is Ms. Potempa. We are so excited to welcome our students on the first day of school.

Reminder: Doors open at 7:40 AM, and homeroom begins promptly at 8:20 AM. We do expect there may be some lines as students hand in their cell phones and other internet enabled devices at arrival, so please plan accordingly. Please remember that ALL students must turn in their devices and follow our cell phone policy. If a student is caught with a device during the school day, a parent or guardian will need to pick it up.

Metro buses are free for the month of September. The NFTA specials that are out front at dismissal include the Route 16 Botanical Gardens, Route 12 Niagara, and Route 12 Main/Bailey. These special buses are exclusive to da Vinci students - no other passengers are allowed to ride them. In the morning, there is also an NFTA special bus departing from North Ogden and Lovejoy at 6:29 a.m., labeled “111-Davinci HS and Performing Arts.” Though early, it is a helpful option for students living in South Buffalo.

Our teachers worked hard today preparing for an amazing year, and we cannot wait to welcome your children tomorrow. Let’s make it a great year, DAVINCI FAMILY!

08/30/2026

Greetings Families,

This is Principal Potempa welcoming you and your child to DAVINCI high school! We are so excited to see your child on Thursday, September 3rd. Our doors open at 7:40 AM and homeroom begins at 8:20 AM. Students must be on-time. We are having several attendance incentives this year for students who have good attendance, including field trips and special events on Fridays. All student schedules are complete and in Infinite Campus. We will also post all homeroom numbers in the cafeteria and students will receive a copy of their schedule in homeroom. I am always a call or email away if you need anything. LET’S GO DRAGONS!

08/28/2026

We are proud to have such strong student voices advocating for our school. Here is a look at Abdullah’s message.

08/25/2026

Schedules are not correct in Infinite Campus. We don’t have summer school exam grades yet. Please do NOT message your school counselor until Friday afternoon. We expect schedules to be complete Friday around noon. More info to come.

08/24/2026

DV in the news: “Da Vinci Students Plead for a New Home.”

08/24/2026

Open tryout for boys soccer is happening tomorrow. See their page for more information.

08/22/2026

Our leaders in action!

Students say the conditions in a temporary Da Vinci High School on E. Utica St. are not acceptable for a functioning high school