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1 Welcome to Room C106 Language Arts/Social Studies/AVID 6
Mrs. Veronica Mondragon For a new school year?

2 Mrs. Mondragon 12 years teaching experience at CLMS
Elementary and high school AVID certified elective teacher for 9 years (6th and 8th grade) Personal Philosophy of Education: My Philosophy of Ed. is aligned with Common Core: "The Common Core State Standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy."

3 45 minutes for Social Studies Changes in Middle School
Elementary VS Secondary How can we support our students transition smoothly? Elementary Schedule: SAMPLE 2 ½ hours for ELA 45 minutes for Social Studies Changes in Middle School 52 minute periods Open Grade Book Social, emotional, and physical changes associated with puberty Responsibility and expectations More technology use

4 What does this mean? We need to be patient and compassionate with our 6th graders! Follow 7 Steps for Success at CLMS Use the 5 tips for parents to survive middle schoo/resources on website! Check grades regularly but not hourly!

5 NEW ELA PROGRAM Houghton-Mifflin Collections
Online textbook Hardcopy textbook Lots of variety and modes to access curriculum to be successful Log on by going to my website and clicking on Clever

6 Parent/Student/Teacher Communication Modes
In class: “Morning Routines” (greet, student time, homework folders, warm ups) Student Info Wall=everything has a place! Pink Sheets-Monday’s homework list and announcements due every Friday Green Sheets-Friday’s weekly progress report due every Monday Jupiter Grades-Grades Remind Website

7 Go to class website for resources and support!
Parent Resources Go to class website for resources and support! t

8 Looking forward to seeing my kiddos on Monday!
It was nice meeting you! Please read Syllabus and complete online survey! Parent Volunteers! Wish List Supplies List Looking forward to seeing my kiddos on Monday!

9 Welcome to Room C106 Language Arts/Social Studies/AVID 6
Mrs. Veronica Mondragon For a new school year?

10 Mrs. Mondragon 12 years teaching experience at CLMS
Elementary and high school AVID certified elective teacher for 9 years (6th and 8th grade) Personal Philosophy of Education: My Philosophy of Ed. is aligned with Common Core: "The Common Core State Standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy."

11 AVID Mission AVID’s mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.

12 Congratulations for being accepted into AVID…Now, What is AVID?
AVID = Advancement Via Individual Determination A direct support structure for students’ academic and career success. A structured, college preparatory system working directly with schools and districts. A schoolwide approach to curriculum and rigor adopted by nearly 4,500 schools in 45 states and 15 countries. A program NOT just an elective course! Attendance to events and trips is crucial! AVID strategies support the Common Core State Standards.

13 What AVID IS NOT! AVID isn’t a remedial program
AVID isn’t a free ride! AVID is not a magical class that will make your student organized and successful! AVID isn’t a niche program AVID isn’t a college outreach program

14 Avid Student Profile Average to high test scores
Students With Academic Potential: Average to high test scores GPA (the “academic middle”) College potential with support Desire and determination

15 AVID program essentials
AVID student selection Voluntary participation AVID elective class offered during the school day Rigorous course and study Writing and reading curriculum Inquiry to promote critical reading Collaboration Trained college tutors Data collection and analysis District and school commitment Active and interdisciplinary site team

16 AVID Weekly Schedule Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday WICOR
Curriculum: Writing Inquiry Collaboration Organization Reading Tutorials Family Fun Day: Team Building Games Guest Speakers Binder Checks Field Trips

17 AVID Resources

18 First Event: ICE Cream Social
Please RSVP by 8/24!

19 More to Come: AVID Shirts Syllabus and Surveys ONLINE!
More detailed info about AVID at Ice Cream Social coming up Fundraiser –Shop for a Cause Event


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