AVID 9 Syllabus
Mr. Ault, Mrs. Breed, Mr. Hackney, Mrs. Martin
jbreed@beaumontusd.k12.ca.us	http://www.quia.com/pages/jbreed/avid9

“Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.” –Ralph Waldo Emerson

What is AVID?
AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. The word “avid” is also defined as “enthusiastic, ardent, and dedicated” (dictionary.com). It is not an at-risk program. This in-school academic support program prepares students for four-year college eligibility and success. AVID students may be the first in their families to go to college or come from backgrounds that are traditionally underrepresented in higher education. AVID is for all students, but it targets those in the academic middle.

How will I be graded?
	40%	Binder Checks
	25%	Tutorials/Learning Logs
	20%	Writing
	15%	Classwork/Homework
Attendance and effort will be used to determine borderline cases. Grading scale:
A+	99.5% and above	C-	69.5 – 72.4%	
A	92.5 – 99.4%	D+	67.5 – 69.4%	
A-	89.5 – 92.4%	D	62.5 – 67.4%	
B+	87.5 – 89.4%	D-	59.5 – 62.4%	
B	82.5 – 87.4%	F	59.4% and below	
B-	79.5 – 82.4%		Please note that colleges and	
C+	77.5 – 79.4%		universities do not accept Ds or Fs.	
C	72.5 – 77.4%			
Late work will receive no credit for assignments more than five school days late.
Make-up work receives no credit until an absence is excused with the attendance office. It must be turned in within five school days upon return. Students missing class for activities (sports, AVID, etc.) must meet the same deadlines.

What materials do I need?
The following materials are required:
•	3-ring binder in good condition (2 inches or greater)
•	colored tab subject dividers to separate each academic class
•	zipper pouch to store supplies (3-hole punched heavy-duty Ziploc bags work)
•	2 or more black or blue pens
•	2 or more pencils (with lead and erasers)
•	50 sheets of college-ruled notebook paper 8 ½ x 11
•	2 highlighters
•	1 dry-erase marker (to keep in AVID class)
•	weekly planner for homework assignments in all classes
The following materials are highly suggested:
•	One or two pouches (for loose papers)
•	Calculator
•	Six-inch ruler
•	Sticky notes
What is expected of me?
Be Polite.		Respect others and your environment.
Be Prepared.		Arrive to class mentally and physically ready to learn. Bring your academic materials every day. Take care of your personal needs (finish your breakfast, use the restroom, and take care of your personal grooming) BEFORE you come to class.
Be Productive.	Class begins when you enter the room. You must be in your seat and working when the bell rings. Use your time effectively. Challenge yourself to work to the highest standard.

AVID Essentials:
1.	AVID student selection must focus on students in the middle, with academic potential, who would benefit from AVID support to improve their academic record and begin college preparation.
2.	AVID program participants, both students and staff, must choose to participate in the AVID program.
3.	The school must be committed to full implementation of the AVID Program, with students enrolled in the AVID year-long elective class(es) available within the regular academic school day.
4.	AVID students must be enrolled in a rigorous course of study that will enable them to meet requirements for university enrollment.
5.	A strong, relevant writing and reading curriculum provide a basis for instruction in the AVID classroom.
6.	Inquiry is used as a basis for instruction in the AVID classroom to promote critical thinking.
7.	Collaboration is used as a basis for instruction in the AVID classroom.
8.	A sufficient number of tutors must be available in AVID elective class(es) to facilitate student access to rigorous curriculum. Tutors should be students from colleges and universities and they must be trained to implement the methodologies used in AVID.
9.	AVID program implementation and student progress must be monitored through AVID Center Data System, and results must be analyzed to ensure success.
10.	The school or district has identified resources for program costs, has agreed to implement all AVID Implementation Essentials and to participate in AVID Certification. It has committed to ongoing participation in AVID staff development.
11.	An active interdisciplinary AVID site team collaborates on issues of student access to and success in rigorous college preparatory courses.

The AVID Team:
Mr. Ault, Mrs. Breed, Mr. Hackney, Mrs. Martin, Mrs. Reinbolz, Mr. Williams, Mrs. Dencklau, Mr. Wagner, Mr. Scherrer, Mrs. Saucedo and you!

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We have read and discussed this syllabus at home, and
we are ready to join the AVID team!

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One thing I want Mrs. Breed to know about me:

One goal I have for myself this year: