AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination) is a four-year college preparatory elective in which students become the facilitators of their own academic success. AVID provides daily study groups directed by college tutors, a structure of note-taking and organization aimed at refining skills necessary for success in both high school and college, and an arena for expanding the college-level entry skills of students under-represented in higher education.
Success in AVID is measured by students' success in high school and college academics.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
AVID 1 and AVID 2
Advancement Via Individual Determination
Grade Level: 9-10 RBV Graduation: Elective UC/CSU A-G: None
Prerequisite: 2.0 Grade Point Average for AVID 2 and AVID coordinator's signature
AVID elective courses are designed to prepare underrepresented students for entrance into four-year colleges with emphasis on preparation for college entrance and placement exams, analytical writing and study skills, such as note taking and tutorial groups. Students should be enrolled in college prep classes.
AVID 3 and AVID 4
Advancement Via Individual Determination
Grade Level: 11-12 RBV Graduation: Elective UC/CSU A-G: None, except AVID Senior Seminar "G'
Prerequisite: 2.0 Grade Point Average for AVID 2 and AVID coordinator's signature
AVID elective courses are designed to prepare underrepresented students for entrance into four-year colleges with emphasis on preparation for college entrance and placement exams, analytical writing and study skills, such as note taking and tutorial groups. 11-12 AVID will emphasize SAT preparation, the college entrance essay, financial aid, and college applications. Qualified seniors may receive Senior Seminar Credit; see instructor for details.