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Post date: Nov 10, 2017 4:50:52 PM
In this month’s AVID Newsletter you'll find information on Kennedy High School’s recent college field trips, Valley View Middle School’s motivational speaker Anthony Garnett, Valley View Elementary School’s Minnesota History Center and Capitol field trip, Kennedy High School’s AVID mock interviews, the Learning Logs WICOR strategy, AVID Weekly article information, and AVID professional development opportunities.
Spotlight on Bloomington AVID
KHS to U of M
Kennedy AVID 9 students toured the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis recently. The tour included one of the university’s many libraries, the Coffman Memorial Union, several classrooms, the Northrop Auditorium and mall, and even a stop by Goldy Gopher to rub his teeth for good luck!
VVM Guest Speaker
Valley View Middle AVID students welcomed Anthony Garnett, the Galaxy Youth Service Coordinator, to share his experiences as a successful student athlete. Not only does he have degrees in communication and education, he was a track superstar at both Apple Valley High School and North Dakota State University!
Mock Interviews
Kennedy AVID 11 students completed a mini unit this trimester focusing on promoting themselves for job and scholarship opportunities. Students were asked to complete a letter of recommendation form for teachers and write a letter of recommendation about themselves (in 3rd person). The unit concluding with students researching how to make be a memorable candidate in an interview and participating in a mock interview. Students were interviewed by four different adults (tutors and staff members) over a 20-minute period, and were asked 10-20 questions about their strengths, goals and plans for their future. Students were evaluated on introducing themselves (including handshakes), eye contact, voice clarity and volume, along with the quality of their responses. Interviewers then decided if they would be highly or somewhat likely to hire or award each student a scholarship. It was a great opportunity for our students to showcase themselves and the AVID program!
KHS to MNSU
Kennedy AVID 10 students traveled to Mankato recently to tour Minnesota State University-Mankato. They were able to hear information from an admissions counselor, tour the campus, and eat lunch in the dining hall!
VVE to MN History Center & Capitol
Valley View Elementary fourth graders visited the Minnesota History Center to learn about the fur trade and explore the exhibits. The highlight for many students was the tornado simulation room! Following that, they headed over to the state capitol for an interactive tour of the building.
Learning Log Examples:
AVID Weekly Article of the Month
Elementary: In World of Citizen Science, Amateurs and Enthusiasts Make Real Contributions
In this article the author describes the concept of citizen science and how everyday amateurs and enthusiasts can participate in data collection and research studies.
Secondary: Mosquitoes Spread Deadly Diseases, and Public Health Experts Hope to Fight Back with this New Emoji
In this article the author argues that the mosquito has become a threat to human health and well-being and the world would benefit from having a mosquito emoji for communication purposes.
All AVID Weekly articles, lesson plans and activities are archived monthly and are available in the following Google Folders for anyone to access and use:
AVID Support and Events
AVID Path Trainings through Equity Alliance
LOCATION: 6063 Hudson Rd, Woodbury, MN
COST: $325/person
STRANDS:
- Academic Language and Literacy (Feb 2-3, 2018)
- Critical Reading 2 (Feb. 5-6. 2018)
- AVID Elementary Foundations (Feb. 7-8, 2018)
- Math 1 (Feb. 12-13, 2018)
- Science 1 (Feb 12-13, 2018)
- Culturally Relevant Teaching (Feb. 21-22, 2018)
- Advancing the AVID Elective (Feb. 27-28, 2018)
FREE AVID Showcases (9:00 - 1:30)
See AVID implementation, share best practices, and learn more about AVID hands-on. The showcase experience includes AVID Elective/Elementary and content class observations and a chance to speak with experienced AVID site team members and students.
- February 6: John Glenn Middle School, St Paul
FREE AVID SITE TEAM WORKSHOP
Modules include using the “why” to inspire achievement, using data to tell your AVID story, and Socratic methodologies. To register go to my.avid.org.
- February 21: Eagan
Online AVID Support
Daily/weekly elective class lesson plans
Informational/instructional videos, handouts and downloads covering many AVID Essentials, including Writing, Inquiry, Tutorials, Data and Site Teams.
AVID Professional Learning Modules*
AVID Professional Learning Modules are 90-minute sessions which focus on one aspect of AVID K–12 implementation. They can each be used on their own for a short professional learning opportunity, or they can be assembled together to create a full day or multi-day professional learning event. The goal of these modules is to support AVID program staff and District Directors in implementing the AVID College Readiness System with fidelity and depth.
*If you would like access to any of these resources and do not currently have an account on my.avid.org, contact Kelly Killorn-Moravec
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