Transcript 9thGradeOrientationPPT2010

Welcome to AVID Parent/Student
Night!
AVID Coordinator
•Matt Bean: [email protected]
•951-894-5750 Ext: 6608
What is AVID?
AVID is an academic, regularly
scheduled elective class based on
writing as a tool of learning, inquiry
method, and collaborative grouping.
The three main components of the
program are:
 academic instruction,
 tutorial support,
 and motivational activities.
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How will my student benefit from being in AVID?
AVID Mission
The mission of AVID is to ensure that ALL students will:
◦ succeed in rigorous curriculum,
◦ complete a rigorous college preparatory path,
◦ enter mainstream activities of the school,
◦ increase their enrollment in four-year colleges, and
◦ become educated and responsible participants and
leaders in a democratic society.
How will the AVID program contribute
to the success of my student?
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Teaches study and organizational skills
Strengthens student analytical ability & writing skills
Gives tutorial help through college tutors
Teaches students to work collaboratively to be
successful in the most rigorous courses
Takes students to visit colleges and universities
Assists students with the application process for four
year colleges and universities
Helps students explore careers through research and
guest speakers
Personalized attention to assist in student growth and
maturation.
Test Preparation for the SAT / ACT
What are the AVID Methodologies all
students will be expected to follow?
Cornell Notes: stimulates critical thinking skills and
fosters test preparation.
 Notebook Checks: Done every three weeks, monitors
note taking organization and time management
 Grade Checks: Monitored every three weeks
 Tutorials: Fosters critical thinking skills and analysis,
focuses on core subjects, done once or twice a week
 Tutoring: Peer tutoring, college tutoring, grade
improvement
 Counseling: Personalized four year plan
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AVID Classroom Activities
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Researching and applying to colleges
Applying for financial aid and scholarships
Visiting College Campuses
Standardized test preparation
Parent Information Sessions (Financial Aid Nights,
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Analytical Inquiry – Weekly Tutorials
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College 101, Grade Level Expectations)
What classes will my student be taking?
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A-G requirements:
◦ History/Social Science-2 years required
◦ English-4 years required
◦ Mathematics-3 required, 4 recommended
◦ Lab Science-2 required, 3 recommended
◦ Foreign Language-2 required, 3 recommended
◦ Visual and Performing Arts- 1 year required
◦ College Prep electives-1 year required
AVID Statistics
World-Wide
 4500
Schools
 45 States
 18 Countries
 Nearly 400,000 students
served in 2009-2010
AVID’s Impact on College
 National
College Going rate
to complete 4-year college
entrance requirements:
◦National (Non-AVID): 34%
◦National (AVID): 89%
VMHS AVID Program
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Currently: 8 Sections, 250 students, 5 AVID Elective Teachers
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2006: 1st graduating class: 23 students, 22 students accepted to
4-year college (95% acceptance rate)
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2007: 43 Students, 43 students accepted to 4-year college
(100% acceptance rate)
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2008: 35 seniors, 35 students accepted to 4-year college (100%
acceptance rate)
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2009: 48 seniors, 48 students accepted to 4-year college (100%
acceptance rate)
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2010: 62 seniors (largest class) – Expected 100% Acceptance
Rate
VMHS AVID Expectations
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Individual Determination
AVID is a choice not a requirement –
It’s an Attitude!
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Adopt the AVID Methodologies
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Maintain a Competitive Grade Point Average
(Tutoring/ Probation/ Dismissal)
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Complete a Rigorous Course of Study (minimum 1
Advanced Placement Course before graduation)
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Actively Participate on Campus (sports, clubs, band,
leadership etc. )
Local & National College Representation
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California State
Universities
Universities of California
University of Arizona /
Arizona State University
University of Northern
Arizona
Washington State
University
Embry Riddle Aeronautical
University
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Yale University
United States Air Force
Academy
University of Redlands
Cal. Baptist University
Concordia University
Azusa Pacific University
University of North
Carolina- Chapel Hill
How Do I Apply?
• Complete Application (www.vmhs.net – on Mr. Bean’s website )
•Turn in Application to Middle School Student Support Office (Due:
March 24th)
•Take part in Interview
•Maintain competitive grades and positive behavior
QUESTIONS?