ISMS AVID
Advancement Via Individual Determination
Introduction Video
What Is AVID?
AVID’s Mission
AVID's mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.
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What does college readiness mean?
�Being college-ready means students understand what is expected in a college course, can cope with the content knowledge presented, can take away from the course the key intellectual lessons, and have both the mindset and disposition necessary to enable understanding. ��The AVID College Readiness System works to ensure students are college-ready by equipping them with the skills, academic behaviors, and college knowledge necessary to succeed at every level from elementary school to college. AVID helps students develop a vision for their future, gain confidence in their abilities, and take ownership of their learning.
Keep in mind that AVID is a SYSTEM, so all skills are not taught and mastered right away. Each year builds on the previous as the student matures and develops throughout the education journey.
Watch this video for a glimpse...
WHAT TO EXPECT IN AVID
Objectives
To provide academic instruction in writing and in the following skills – notetaking, studying, test taking, organization, and time management
To provide students academic support from college tutors, collaborative groups, and peer counseling
To increase the “balancing skills” of program participants (rigorous schoolwork, family responsibilities, extra-curricular activities, community service, work, family responsibilities, etc)
To motivate students to pursue academic excellence through college field trips, classroom guest speakers, and AVID team building
To prepare students to not just “survive” high school, but seek the utmost success in high school and at a 4-year university
AVID Student Expectations
To increase the rigor of their classes every year that they are enrolled in the program To maintain a “B” average or higher in all of their classes
To work diligently towards their goal of enrolling in a four-year university
AVID Activities
Reading and writing for all classes
Cornell/Focused Note-taking
Learning with college tutors
AVID Academic Benefits
Curriculum Support
Structured Tutorials
Support system from AVID teacher and peers
Emphasis on study skills, organization, goal setting, time management
Accountability AVID Results
100% of our AVID students are on track to complete the Recommended High School Program
99% of our AVID students are enrolled in a minimum of one Advanced Level (Pre-AP, AP, dual credit) course
80% of our AVID students score no lower than a “B” in any of their classes (including Pre-AP & AP)
Our Pre-AP/AP Enrollment for our AVID students continues to double every year
Developing interpersonal relationships and self-reliance
Participating in extra-curricular programs
Participating in community service
Visiting college campuses
Preparing for the SAT/ACT
Applying for 4-year universities
Applying for college scholarships
Preparing for a professional career
AVID Curriculum revolves around WICOR
Students who organize:
1. Develop and use processes, procedures and tools to study effectively.
2. Manage their time through prioritizing and goal-setting
3. Are prepared for courses, participate during instruction and interact with instructors
4. Self-direct, self-evaluate, self-monitor, self-advocate
Sample week in an AVID classroom
MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY |
AVID Curriculum (WICOR strategies) | AVID TUTORIALS (support for core/academic classes) | AVID Curriculum (WICOR strategies) | AVID TUTORIALS (support for core/academic classes) | AVID Curriculum, Relationship Building activities, guest speakers, college visits |
AVID tutorials allow for student support in all classes. Because AVID students are expected to take at least one higher level class (honors, accelerated, pre-AP, AP), and continue to build the level of rigor, the AVID system has two days each week dedicated to collaborative learning through tutorials. Tutorials alone are a key strategy to college and career success!
Students really enjoy the opportunity to have fun and get to know their peers in a safe environment.
The right fit for AVID...
IDEAL AVID Student | NOT an AVID Student |
Positive attitude with a willingness to develop “student success” skills | A student with behavior problems. |
DESIRE and DETERMINATION to be successful | A student with attendance problems. |
Average test scores in at least one or more areas. Example: an ideal AVID student may be advanced in math, but partially proficient in reading | A student that simply needs organization skills or is a “messy” student i.e. a potential AVID student needs to meet the recruitment criteria, not just be in need of organization support |
Potentially first-generation college student | In advanced classes with a poor academic work ethic |
Fits into one or more of the achievement gap areas (i.e. econimcally disadavantaged, race, family size & make up) | |
Could handle advanced classes with support | |
POTENTIAL AVID STUDENT: These students show some of the characteristics of an IDEAL AVID student, yet these other qualities could apply:
*A straight “A” student that is already in advanced classes, *High test scores, but low grades, *Low test scores with A/B grades
AVID in my schedule...
7th grade | Students have 2 periods each day in which to take an elective class |
AVID is an elective course and will take up one period every day for the entire year.
8th grade | Students have 3 periods each day in which to take an elective class |
*Flight/Advisory is automatically scheduled into a student’s day; however, if a student chooses, AVID can be taken to replace flight (giving the student one more elective choice).
A student can choose either year or BOTH years. *Also something to keep in mind is that a student only needs 1 year of PE credit in middle school.
Next Steps….
AVID does require an application to be filled out by the student and signed by the parent (electronically).
https://forms.gle/fLcP18d27Z9nsYaa7
Or use the QR code/link
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE FEB. 1!
Decisions will be made and notifications sent out before spring break.