Recommended: 9 - 12
Course Description: This course provides: A family-like atmosphere Accessible teachers Field trips to colleges Tutors in the classroom Community Service projects Help with college admission and financial aid applications Skills to prepare students for success in high school and college Topics Covered: The curriculum focuses on: Writing Inquiry Collaboration Organization Reading College Readiness Major Assignments: Weekly organization checks Participation in group tutorials Critical reading and writing projects Discussions and problem-solving activities MORE DETAILS What is AVID?
AVID is NOT:
Who are AVID Students? AVID students are typically in the academic middle, capable of completing a college preparatory path with extra support. These students are often not realizing their full academic potential, and before placement in AVID, many of these students are not enrolled in advanced courses. During the identification process, a number of criteria are considered, including:
While all of the above criteria are considered for acceptance into the program, no single factor will necessarily eliminate a student from consideration because the AVID program at O’Connor reflects the community we are serving. What are the student requirements? AVID students must:
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