1. + Welcome to 11 th Grade AVID Parent/Student Night 2015-2016

2. + 11 th Grade AVID Team Denise Peterson (AVID Coordinator)Diana Ruiz (AVID Counselor) dpeterson@murrieta.k12.ca.us druiz@murrieta.k12.ca.us 951-894-5750 Ext: 6608 951-894-5750 Ext: 6772 951-894-5750 Ext: 6608 951-894-5750 Ext: 6772 Carlos Baladez (AVID Elective Teacher)Matt Bean (AVID Administrator) cbaladez@murrieta.k12.ca.us mbean@murrieta.k12.ca.us 951-894-5750 Ext: 6681 951-894-5750 Ext: 6686 951-894-5750 Ext: 6681 951-894-5750 Ext: 6686

3. + VMHS AVID Expectations “Advancement Via Individual Determination” - AVID is a choice, NOT a right! Adopt the AVID methodologies - must be willing to change some personal habits. Maintain a competitive grade point average – must commit to academic efforts to improve grades. Complete a rigorous course of study – advanced courses throughout high school career (Advanced/AP/Dual Enrollment). Actively participate on campus (sports, clubs, leadership, etc.)

4. + AVID Protocol All schedule changes MUST be done via the AVID teacher, AVID coordinator, and the AVID counselor. Priority of schedule changes is based on “AVID cluster teachers” who support the needs of AVID students. Student/teacher communication VERY important. Student schedules are determined by the AVID program. Students are accountable to their own success. Entering/exiting the AVID program is a family choice and requires parental/guardian consent.

5. + Importance of AVID 11 Level of rigor in academic classes (AP, Dual Enrollment, Advanced) Academic course grades count towards college GPA. 50% of college GPA is completed THIS year - last opportunity! Increased homework time (more reading). Intense commitment to college test prep (SAT/ACT). Narrow down college campus/major possibilities

6. + Expectations of AVID 11 All AVID 11 students should consider taking the SAT this semester : Saturday Oct. 3 rd, Nov. 7 th, Dec. 5 th Last tests available of current format Waivers available to AVID students (see Mrs. Rausa in Career Center) Sign up online on collegeboard.com All AVID 11 students should take the practice full-length SAT in January (information will be given out in AVID classes): New format Comprehensive results with personalized performance analysis $20 payable to bookkeeper or online Lead-in to SAT course taught on campus

7. + Expectations of AVID 11 (cont’d.) All AVID 11 students should develop a study plan for the SAT/ACT : In-class prep (Shmoop and SAT Prep Books) 2 hours per week during 1 st semester outside of class 4 hours per week during 2 nd semester outside of class SAT prep apps All AVID 11 students should take the SAT/ACT in the spring (2 nd semester): SAT = March 5 th, May 7 th, June 4 th ACT = Feb. 6 th, April 9 th, June 11 th

8. + Current SAT vs. New SAT Current SATNew SAT Format 3 Sections = Math, Critical Reading, Writing (Essay) 2 Sections = Math, Reading/Writing (Essay is optional) Points 2400 = Math 200-800, CR 200-800, Writing 200-800 1600 = Math 200-800, R/W 200-800 Essay Required, 25 minutes, beginning of test, personal stance Optional, 50 minutes, end of test, analysis of source text Vocab Knowledge of isolated termsKnowledge of terms within context Content Aptitude of broad range of concepts Assessment of concepts specific to college readiness Scoring 1 pt. for each correct answer, ¼ pt. deduction for each incorrect answer 1pt. for each correct answer, no deductions for incorrect answers Fees $54.50$54.50 w/ essay, $43 w/out essay

9. + AVID 11 Curriculum AVID 11 Curriculum Cornell note-taking Organization Collaboration Time management Study skills 4 year high school planning College & career planning Tutorial collaboration College campus fieldtrips Standardized test preparation Team building

10. + AVID Methodologies AVID Methodologies AVID binder – encourages organization skills. Cornell notes - Stimulate critical thinking skills and foster test preparation. Daily note check - First 30 minutes of class (one page per core class per day, front and back including a summary). Binder checks - Every 3 weeks; monitor note taking and organization. Grade checks - Every 2 weeks; monitor progress in classes (students are required to submit a grade printout from Aeries). Tutorials – 1 – 2 times a week; foster critical thinking skills and analysis. Tutoring - Available on a need and/or mandatory basis.

11. + Tutoring Program Students are required to turn in Aeries grade printouts every 2 weeks Mandatory tutoring will be assigned for a 2 week period as follows: C’s = 30 minutes D’s = 1 hour F’s = 2 hours Tutoring hours: 1 st Lunch – Mon. (EE12), Tues.-Wed. (W241), Thurs. (S113), Fri. (EE21) 2 nd Lunch – Mon. – Fri. (EE28) Late Start Mondays - 7:00 – 8:30 (EE28) Mornings – 7:00 – 7:30 (EE28)

12. + Required Classes for College A-G Requirements: A: History/Social Science-2 years required B: English-4 years required C: Mathematics-3 years required, 4 recommended D: Lab Science-2 years required, 3 recommended E: Foreign Language-2 years required, 3 recommended F: Visual and Performing Arts-1 year required G: College Prep Elective-1 year required

13. + AVID 11 Field Trip 4 day, 3 night trip to northern California college campuses Monday Feb. 8 th to Thursday Feb. 11 th (before holiday weekend) 9 campuses (CSU, UC, Private) Charter bus Cost is $300 ($150 due Nov. 15 th, $150 due Jan. 15 th ) which includes: Transportation Meals Hotel accommodations Campus tours 1 st semester grades determine eligibility (no D’s or F’s)

14. + Junior Year Expenses AVID AttireSept.$10 - $20 AVID Donation Oct. 15 th $50 PSATOct. 14 th $25 AVID 11 Field TripNov. 15 th $150 AVID 11 Field TripJan. 15 th $150 Practice Full-Length SATJanuary$20 SAT Prep CourseFebruary$195 SAT Oct. – June$54.50 ($43) ACTFeb. – June$56.50

15. + AVID’s Impact on College Completion rate of 4-year college entrance requirements: National (Non-AVID): 36% National (AVID): 89% VMHS (Non-AVID): 53% VMHS (AVID): 98%

16. + VMHS AVID Local & National College Representation California State Universities Universities of California University of Arizona / Arizona State University / University of Northern AZ Washington State University Embry Riddle Aeronautical University University of Colorado New York 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 USC

17. + California State University Admission Profile CSU Eligibility Index: GPA (10-12, weighted) x 800 + SAT CR + SAT Math 2900 minimum to qualify Target score = 3500+ Reality San Diego State = 4250+ CSU, Long Beach = 4050+ CSU, Fullerton = 3900+ CSU, San Marcos = 3200+ (local area)

18. + University of California Admission Profile UC Eligibility: SAT CR, Math, Writing ACT w/ writing 3.0 (academic GPA) minimum to apply Other factors: extracurricular activities, school/community involvement, personal statement, rigor of academic schedule Reality UC Berkeley = 4.18 GPA, CR=665, M=696, W=674, ACT=29 UC Riverside = 3.58 GPA, CR=536, M=576, W= 576, ACT=24

19. + AVID Yearly Expenses Average Yearly Costs: College tutors - $40,000 ($10/hour X 21 hrs/week X 7 tutors) Field Trips - $6000 ($1,500 for bus X 4) Staff Development/training - $8000 Resources/supplies - $1000 Total - $55,000

20. + AVID Donation/Fundraising $50 per student per school year ($5 per month average) $50 X 425 students = $21,250 Donation (tax write off) - pay cash to bookkeeper (Mrs. Biagioni) or online with credit card at the Trading Post by October 15 th Fundraise - sell the equivalent of $50 profit (average profit return is about 25%, which amounts to selling about $200 worth of product) (*ALL AVID students will participate in the 1 st annual AVID Study-a-Thon in December!)

21. + QUESTIONS?