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AVID

WHAT IS AVID AT KING KEKAULIKE HIGH SCHOOL?

AVID [Advancement Via Individual Determination] is an elective class programmed into the regular school day. AVID is a stepping stone to prepare students to become competitive for four-year colleges and universities, and to provide support for academic courses, including honors and AP classes.

AVID'S MISSION STATEMENT

AVID’s mission is to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.

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WHAT DO STUDENTS DO IN THE AVID ELECTIVE CLASS?

AVID includes the following:

1. Cornell Notes - students will work up to taking notes in at least three classes
2. Notebook organization, calendars, assignment records
3. Writing component, often in conjunction with school writing projects
4. Higher level questioning skills
5. Collaborative tutorial support
6. Vocabulary related to core subjects as well as SAT vocabulary
7. Study skills
8. Test-taking strategies
9. Career and college exploration and related vocabulary
10. Socratic Seminars
11. Guest speakers from the business, professional, and educational community

In addition, AVID teachers communicate with parents and teachers of AVID student programs.

Counselors will work on an in-depth four-year plan with each student.

WHAT DOES THE AVID STUDENT LOOK LIKE?

Below is the criteria we look at when selecting students:

- - 2.5 - 3.5 GPA
  - "B" or "C" students who should be "A" or "B" students
  - average to high SBA scores and/or benchmarks
  - good study habits
  - good attendance record
  - willing to enroll in honors and AP classes
  - first in family to attend college
  - have desire and determination to succeed
  - willing to get additional guidance through weekly tutorials
  - willing to improve organizational skills, study skills, note-taking skills, and test-taking skills
  - works well with peers, teachers, and staff members

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