1. How to Succeed in AVID Top Ten Ways

2. Set goals  Be driven by a compass, not a clock.

3. Think college.  AVID is a college prep program.  AVID students are college-bound.

4. Have a great binder.  The AVID 3 ring binder goes everywhere with you!  “ One World, One Binder ”

5. Take Cornell notes.  The Cornell system is a complete learning system.  Cornell notes work for YOU in every academic class.

6. Organize.  Work smarter, not harder.  Write down ALL assignments

7. Two hours of homework  This is a minimum requirement.

8. Ask questions. The 3-story Intellect:  Application  Processing  Information

9. Use tutorials to learn.  “ None of us is as smart as all of us. ”  Learn how to learn.

10. Please your teachers. SLANT  Sit up front  Lean forward  Ask questions  Nod your head  Talk to the teacher

11. Respect & Responsibility  These are the foundation for success in school and life.

12. AVID believes that you...  will be a success.  improve your grades.  go to college.  gain confidence in yourself as a student.