welcome to avid parent/student night! avid coordinator matt bean:...
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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.
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 contributeto the success of my student?
Teaches study and organizational skillsStrengthens student analytical ability & writing
skillsGives tutorial help through college tutorsTeaches students to work collaboratively to be
successful in the most rigorous coursesTakes students to visit colleges and universitiesAssists students with the application process for
four year colleges and universitiesHelps students explore careers through research
and guest speakersPersonalized 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 weeksTutorials: Fosters critical thinking skills and analysis,
focuses on core subjects, done once or twice a weekTutoring: Peer tutoring, college tutoring, grade
improvement Counseling: Personalized four year plan
AVID Classroom Activities
Researching and applying to collegesApplying for financial aid and scholarshipsVisiting College CampusesStandardized test preparationParent Information Sessions (Financial Aid
Nights, College 101, Grade Level Expectations) Analytical Inquiry – Weekly Tutorials
What classes will my student be taking?
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 Schools45 States18 CountriesNearly 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 Currently: 8 Sections, 250 students, 5 AVID Elective Teachers
2006: 1st graduating class: 23 students, 22 students accepted to 4-year college (95% acceptance rate)
2007: 43 Students, 43 students accepted to 4-year college (100% acceptance rate)
2008: 35 seniors, 35 students accepted to 4-year college (100% acceptance rate)
2009: 48 seniors, 48 students accepted to 4-year college (100% acceptance rate)
2010: 62 seniors (largest class) – Expected 100% Acceptance Rate
VMHS AVID Expectations Individual Determination AVID is a choice not a requirement – It’s an Attitude!
Adopt the AVID Methodologies
Maintain a Competitive Grade Point Average (Tutoring/ Probation/ Dismissal)
Complete a Rigorous Course of Study (minimum 1 Advanced Placement Course before graduation)
Actively Participate on Campus (sports, clubs, band, leadership etc. )
Local & National College Representation
California State Universities
Universities of California University of Arizona /
Arizona State University University of Northern
Arizona Washington State
University Embry Riddle
Aeronautical University
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?