AVID

This course is designed for students pursuing a college-preparatory path and must have been enrolled in the high school AVID program for one or more years prior to entering the program in grades 11 or 12. Priority will be given to students who previously have been enrolled in the program while at GHS or other high school, or who have special circumstances. The elements of writing, inquiry, organization, collaboration and reading will continue to be a strong focus point. The 11th grade elective will begin preliminary college admissions preparation by preparing for PSAT, SAT/ACT and writing personal insight questions for college applications. Students will continue research-based writing projects as well as begin narrowing down their post-high school choices. Junior AVID students will begin to assemble a required portfolio. Junior AVID students are required to take college entrance exams such as PSAT, SAT, and ACT and must complete 15 hours of community service.

This course is designed for students pursuing a college-preparatory path and must have been enrolled in the high school AVID program for one or more years prior to entering the program in grades 11 or 12. Priority will be given to students who previously have been enrolled in the program while at GHS or other high school, or who have special circumstances. The elements of writing, inquiry, organization, collaboration and reading will continue to be a strong focus point; however, students will have more autonomy over their work. The 12th grade elective will focus on assisting students with the entire college admissions and financial aid processes. Students will also prepare and take their final SAT and/or ACT exams. Students are required to complete and present their final portfolios, complete at least one college application, apply for financial aid, and apply for the GUSTO scholarship. Seniors are also required to complete 20 hours of community service.