AVID Fall Parent Meeting Thursday, August 25th, 2016

AVID TEAM MEMBERS Ms. Morales, AVID 7th grade elective teacher/Co-coordinator Mrs. Hamblen, AVID 8th grade elective teacher/Co-coordinator Dr. Hacking/Mr. Hunter, AVID administrators Ms. Ary, Counselor Ms. Anderson, Counselor

AVID Content Teachers Represents all disciplines and subject matters, including English, history, math, science, and PE Since the beginning of Dana’s program in 2013-14, nearly ALL teachers have participated in intense AVID training The expectation is that AVID strategies are common practice in all classrooms AVID teaching strategies are a collection of the most exceptional teaching practices

What we will cover today: A reminder of the goals of the program AVID strategies to focus on this year (Cornell Notes, AVID binder, etc.) Overview of AVID class (Day-to-day, special field trips, guest speakers, etc.) Expectations for parent involvement (How can you support our endeavors for success in the program at home?)

Program Goals Advancement Via Individual Determination Create a college-going culture Support students who have demonstrated the potential to be successful in higher level classes Promotes self advocacy 4 year college ready/eligible

UC Freshman Comprehensive Review Grade-Point Average Test Scores Courses Completed/Planned Honors Courses Top 9% Local Context (ELC) Quality of Senior-Year Program of Study Academic Opportunities in California High Schools Performance in Academic Subject Areas Achievements in Special Projects Improvement in Academic Performance Special Talents, Achievements, and Awards Participation in Educational Preparation Programs Academic Accomplishment Within Life Experiences Geographic Location

AVID Strategies-Cornell Notes Organizational note-taking strategy Allows student to review important concepts more effectively in an easy to read format An expectation in most content area classes Sample Video Lesson

AVID Strategies-AVID binder/supplies All AVID students expected to have one Heavy duty 3-ring binder, 3 inch rings Six or more dividers with tabs to separate each class including AVID Zipper pouch to store supplies Two or more sharpened pencils Pencil Sharpener Two or more pens ( one red ink for grading) Lined paper (25 sheets minimum to be kept in binder at all times) Agenda Cornell note paper Eraser Highlighter

AVID class this year Guest speakers Field trips College visits/college fairs

AVID Class Schedule Monday and Wednesday WICOR:curriculum W: Writing I: Inquiry C: Collaboration O: Organization R: Reading Tuesday and Thursday Guided Study Groups Meet Learning Needs Collaboration Study Groups Problem Solving Question Development Reflection and Evaluation Jennifer’s Tutorial Friday Motivational Activities – also known as “Flex Fridays” - Guest Speakers - Philosophical Chairs - Field Trips - Socratic Seminar - College Events

What is different this year? 7th grade: 7th grade AVID: 8th grade tutors Jasper Chan Emma Chen Elizabeth Esguerra Krystal Lam Geena Limfat Ashley Yeung

What is different this year? 8th grade: Teacher “looping” Different tutors this year

Need help getting set up? Contact me! How can parents help? Check Power School on a regular basis www.powerschool.ausd.net Need help getting set up? Contact me!

What if my child’s grades drop below 2.5? Meet with AVID Counselors and/or elective teachers -Academic progress counseling sessions Monitor grades Contact parents Possible probation process GSG focus on lowest grades

Ask to look at your student’s binder Talk to your student about school Be aware of your student’s classes and his/her performance in each. Praise your student’s strengths, and help him/her find ways to improve in areas of weakness. Ask to look at your student’s binder Review your student’s guided study group form to see what kinds of questions he/ she is asking in class. Find out who your student’s friends are. Be enthusiastic and supportive. Your student’s participation in AVID will keep him/ her motivated and excited about reaching the goal of attending four- year college or university.

Be positive and give praise when your student takes notes. Provide a quiet place free of noise and distractions where your student can study and do his/her homework. Show that you care by asking your student what topic(s) he/she is studying in a particular class Be positive and give praise when your student takes notes. Be an audience for your student- listen as he/she recites or share what he/ she is reading. Ask questions to help your student clarify or think more deeply about what he/she is reading. Volunteer to help your student prepare for test by reviewing Cornell Notes

For more information: www.AVID.org www.AVID.da.ausd.net jary@ausd.net