Additional Learning Experiences

AVID 9-12

PREREQUISITE: Recommendation, application, and interview required *GRADE: Register for class corresponding to grade levelLENGTH: Full Year, S1 and S2MEETS REQUIREMENT FOR: ElectiveOUT OF CLASS WORK: MinimalFEE: None AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination, and is a grade 7-12 system of enrichment. AVID is an elective class that develops the following skills through its curriculum: Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading. Students learn and apply strategies in critical-reading, organization, focused note taking, and goal-setting to enhance skills and access high level curriculum in preparation for college. Students participate in a group tutoring process, go on field trips, including college visits, team-building, service-learning and authentic research. While enrolled in AVID, students are also enrolled in at least one enriched or advanced level courses. AVID classes target students in the academic middle, who have the desire to go to college and the willingness to work hard.

AVID 9

AV4F01S1 and AV4F01S2

AVID 10

AV4S01S1 and AV4S01S2

AVID 11

AV4J01S1 and AV4J01S2

AVID 12

AV4R01S1 and AV4R01S2

Edina Rotary Global Scholars Pathway

The Rotary Global Scholar Program is a three-year program which students develop global competency skills that enhance college, career, and civic readiness post-graduation. This program will encourage and inspire Edina students to prepare for global careers through the depth of study, community partnerships, mentoring, peer collaboration, cultural experience, and innovation. This program is intended to begin in sophomore year and continue through their senior year but can be completed in fewer years. Students in the program achieve fluency in a world language, complete relevant coursework, get involved in the Rotary Club, engage in a global experience and complete a Capstone Project. Click here to access the Edina Rotary Global Scholars website
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Peer Tutor

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REREQUISITE: Application process *GRADE: 10, 11, 12LENGTH: 1 Semester, S1 or S2MEETS REQUIREMENT FOR: Edina Scholar of Distinction (with 3.5 cumulative GPA)OUT OF CLASS WORK: NoneFEE: None
Peer tutoring is a flexible, peer-mediated strategy that involves students serving as academic tutors. Sophomores, juniors and seniors who have performed well in specific courses are eligible to serve as EHS peer tutors. All peer tutors will receive training in tutoring policies and techniques prior to engaging in working with students.

Teacher Assistant

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PREREQUISITE: See Counseling Office for application *GRADE: 10, 11, 12LENGTH: 1 Semester, S1 or S2MEETS REQUIREMENT FOR: NoneOUT OF CLASS WORK: NoneFEE: None Teacher Assistant is the title given to students who wish to work as library, media, office, or teacher assistants. The student who registers for this noncredit course should be prepared to work the entire period each day. This service activity will be noted on his/her transcript. Before registering for this program, the student must secure a written approval from a faculty or staff member.

Student Council

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PREREQUISITE: Selection ProcessGRADE: 9, 10, 11, 12LENGTH: Full Year, S1 and S2MEETS REQUIREMENT FOR: ElectiveOUT OF CLASS WORK: PeriodicallyFEE: None
Students elected to the Student Council will create a positive, educational, and equitable environment at EHS by serving our students, staff and community through planning events, projects, and leading by example. Students will work collaboratively with school administration to meet the needs of all students. Students will receive letter grades based on their participation and performance in planning events. Students will follow Robert's Rules protocol during weekly meetings and learn how to involve themselves in a formal council setting.

Whigrean

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PREREQUISITE: Selection Process *GRADE: 9, 10, 11, 12LENGTH: Full Year, S1 and S2MEETS REQUIREMENT FOR: ElectiveOUT OF CLASS WORK: OftenFEE: None
Students who apply for and are accepted on Whigrean staff create the Edina High School’s annual yearbook. They will explore the world of journalism, photography, and design to create a memorable and unique archive that captures and highlights the memories of the school year. Students will learn the principles of ethical journalism and, with a hands on approach, explore the role of journalism in society. This is a very hands on process that requires critical thinking, communication, and teamwork, as well as having an understanding of the school’s key events each year for all members of the student body. This is a class and an extra-curricular activity, so outside of class time is also required. Positions on staff include writing, digital design, photography, and business promotions.

Zephyrus

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PREREQUISITE: Selection Process *GRADE: 9, 10, 11, 12LENGTH: Full Year, S1 and S2MEETS REQUIREMENT FOR: ElectiveOUT OF CLASS WORK: OftenFEE: None
Students who apply for and are accepted on Zephyrus staff work on the official Edina High School newspaper. By learning about and exploring the media landscape, students work to report on local and school-related news, features, and editorials. Students will learn the principles of ethical journalism and, with a hands on approach, explore the role of journalism in society. This is a very hands on process that requires critical thinking, communication, and teamwork, as well as having an understanding of local and school related events worthy of reporting on. This is a class and an extra-curricular activity, so outside of class time is also required. Positions on staff include writing, photography, illustrator, digital design, and multimedia creator.

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