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The AVID Program

The AVID Program. Be a part of the Patapsco AVID Family!. Why are YOU here?. Chosen by teachers at Stricker They thought you should be college-bound! You are determined to succeed You have potential to succeed in hard classes. Patapsco High School.

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The AVID Program

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  1. The AVID Program Be a part of the PatapscoAVIDFamily!

  2. Why are YOU here? • Chosen by teachers at Stricker • They thought you should be college-bound! • You are determined to succeed • You have potential to succeed in hard classes

  3. Patapsco High School • Comprehensive high school with a diverse student body • Freshman class next year will have ~400 students! • Only 25 students will be in the AVID Program

  4. What does AVID stand for? • A= Advancement • V= Via (from) • I= Individual • D= Determination

  5. Advancement • Students move up with success from standard to honors to GT to AP courses

  6. Via Individual • AVID will provide a lot of help, but students must be willing to work to get to college! • Students MUST be motivated

  7. Determination • Be willing to take on challenges! • Be willing to work through tough classes!

  8. A remedial class Study hall Just an easy class An automatic ticket to college AVID Is Not…

  9. Academic success Study skills & time management Advanced classes College knowledge Inspirational Peer tutoring SAT Prep A FAMILY AVID Is…

  10. Throughout all four years… • You will attend college fairs • Visit colleges & universities (in MD and out of state) • Receive information from guest speakers • In class debates, group projects, college research • Total support from your peers, teachers, administrators and parents

  11. What Do I Learn in AVID? Freshman Year • Introduction to AVID • Cornell Notes • Time management • Communication skills • Getting involved at PHS • PSAT preparation

  12. What Do I Learn in AVID? Sophomore Year • Start your college search • Prepare for SAT and ACT • Build on 9th grade skills: study, organization, manage time

  13. What Do I Learn in AVID? Junior Year • Focus on College & Careers • How to apply to colleges • Interview Process • How to take the SAT & ACT • What to look for in a college or university

  14. What Do I Learn in AVID? Senior Year • The Application Process • The College Essay • Financial Aid & Scholarships • First Year Expectations • How to succeed in college

  15. Who are AVID students at PHS? • Varsity Athletes- LAX, Football, Track, Volleyball, etc. • Artists- actresses, photographers, singers, dancers, yearbook, etc. • Leaders- class officers, steering committee, JROTC, Homecoming Court, Mock Trial team

  16. Things You Should Know… AVID is a privilege… • If for some reason you cannot… • Maintain college-eligible grades… • Come to school on a regular basis • Go through the year without disciplinary actions… You will be de-selected from the program!

  17. Caring teachers Teacher-mentors Tutors Frequent grade updates in all classes Lasting friendships Mentoring that is fun! The Benefits of Being in the AVID family… • Field trips to colleges • Class time for SAT, College Applications, Scholarship apps • AVID teacher who works with you 9th-12th

  18. So How About It? • Do you want success? • Do you want support? • Do you want to achieve your goals? • Do you want to go to college? • Do you want to a successful career?

  19. If you answered “Yes” to more than one question… AVIDis for you!

  20. What do I do NOW? • Listen to current AVID students • Fill out the questionnaire • Complete the application

  21. Then What? • Applications due to your Counselor November 26th • Short interviews will be at Stricker in November/December

  22. Any questions?

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