AVID
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Advancement
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Via
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Advancement Via Individual Determination
Program Description
AVID is a college preparatory program in which students become the
facilitator of their own academic success. AVID provides daily study
groups directed by professional tutors, a structure of note-taking and
organization aimed at refining skills necessary for success in middle
school, high school and college, and an arena for expanding the
college-level entry skills of students underrepresented in higher
education. Through AVID, students are assisted with the preparation
of college applications and financial aid forms.
AVID comes from the Latin word avidus, meaning “eager for
knowledge.” Since its beginning in California, the success of the
program has been reflected in increases in students’ grade point
averages, SAT scores, college placements and self-esteem. The
AVID curriculum includes seminars on lecture and textbook note
taking, time management, test-taking strategies with particular
emphasis on the PSAT and SAT tests, and writing development
through various modes of discourse. AVID students receive
individualized assistance from tutors, instructors and fellow
students, and are provided with individualized academic counseling.
Individual
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Determination
Guest speakers, field trips, and interaction in community and cultural
activities enhance the AVID program. The support and involvement
of parents is critical to students’ success in the program, although the
true motivation to succeed in AVID, as well as in all classes, comes
from students themselves. Success in AVID is measured by students’
success in high school and college academics.
AVID
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Advancement
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Via
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Individual
Advancement Via Individual Determination
Program Description
The following are requirements for AVID students:
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Maintain enrollment in college preparatory classes.
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Maintain a notebook (3-ring binder provided) with class and
text notes for each academic course, assignment sheets, and
tutorial forms.
Take at least one page of notes in every class each day.
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Spend two hours per night on homework and study.
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Maintain satisfactory citizenship and attendance in all classes.
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Complete AVID assignments including writing and speaking
tasks.
Participate in AVID tutorials.
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Take the PSAT/SAT at least once.
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Take at least one Advanced Placement (AP) course
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Attend the AVID field trips; during school, after school
and/or on weekends.
Who Can Participate?
Middle and high school students who have…
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at least average grades,
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average to above-average test scores,
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a good citizenship records,
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a good attendance record,
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a desire to attend a college or university, and
Determination
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a drive to take rigorous and relevant courses in an effort to
pursue academic excellence.
Name:
Age:
Current School: _____________________________________________
Grade:
Are you zoned for Landstown High? __________
If not, what is your home school?______________
Home Address:
Phone:
Cell: _____________
Parent/Guardian’s Name(s):
Will you be the first in your family to graduate from college? _______________________________
List your current year’s schedule (the classes you are taking right now) and project your final grades
in each course. Have your teacher sign it after you have
Current Course Name
List Honors, if it is an Honors class
Teacher’s Name
Teacher’s Signature and projected FINAL
grade
Answer the question below:
1. Describe what kind of student you are? ________________________________________
2. What plans do you have for college? ________________________________________
3. What do you think the AVID program will do for you?
Please read and sign the Terms of Agreement for Enrollment in AVID and submit with this application.
LHS AVID Terms of Agreement
I agree to enroll in the AVID class for the entire 9th grade academic year.
I agree to take notes in all my core subject areas as required in AVID
I agree to keep my binder organized as required by AVID.
I agree to maintain good attendance and be punctual for all my classes.
I agree to participate fully in tutorials as required by AVID.
I agree to participate in field trips, college visitation and other AVID activities.
I agree to keep my parents fully informed of AVID program activities.
I agree to complete all my assignments in all classes including AVID.
I agree to ask for help, talk to my AVID teacher or counselor if necessary.
I agree to keep a positive attitude and be enthusiastic about preparing for college.
____________________________________
(Student’s Signature)
____________________________________
(Parent’s signature)
Return to your guidance counselor. For more information on AVID at Landstown
High, please call Mrs. Melody Cariello, the AVID Guidance Counselor, at 6485511.
APPLICATION FOR ENROLLMENT IN COURSES FOR MORE THAN SIX CREDITS
References
School Board Administrative Regulation 5-26
Standards of Quality for Public Schools in Virginia
Standards for Accrediting Schools in Virginia
Standards of the Commission on Secondary School, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Instructions for Completing This Application
These steps must be followed to request approval to enroll in courses for more than six credits:
1. The student, parent, or guardian must complete this application.
2. The student and parent or guardian must sign the application.
3. A guidance counselor must sign the application.
4. The application must be submitted to the school principal or his designee for evaluation.
5. The principal or his designee must sign the form indicating approval or disapproval of the
application.
Date of application
Name of student for whom
the application is submitted
Student Identification Number
Last
First
Name of the school
in which student is enrolled
Name(s) of the additional course(s)
in which the student desires to enroll
Middle
Student’s grade level
Check One:
AVID 9
AVID 10
AVID 11
AVID 12
Reason for the request to enroll in course(s) for more than six credits
Parent’s Signature
Guidance Counselor’s Signature
Student’s Signature
Office Use Only
I have evaluated the application and
I have evaluated the application and
supporting documentation, and I approve the
application for the student to enroll in
courses for more than six credits.
supporting documentation, and I disapprove
the application for the student to enroll in
courses for more than six credits.
Principal’s/Designee’s
Comments
Principal’s/Designee’s Signature
Date
This completed form must be turned in with your AVID application.