AV 08 AVID-8th grade

AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination and is a junior high through senior high school college and career readiness system designed to prepare self-determined students for college, career, and community. A component of the AVID college readiness system is the AVID Elective class, which is designed to support students with rigorous academic preparedness as they enroll in rigorous courses, opportunity knowledge as they explore college and career options, and develop student agency and self determination. AVID students also engage in a collaborative-inquiry process through tutorials twice per week in order to support them in their rigorous coursework. Placement is typically done through an application process.

LT 27 Leadership Training 1- 2 Sem.

This course will focus on leadership skills by assisting students in developing a positive self-image and self-confidence. While emphasizing technology, areas of focus will include workplace skills, group dynamics, goal setting, and oral and written communication. Although open to all students, this course can include members of student council and other student leaders.

YB 01 Yearbook Production Prerequisites: Teacher Recommendation 1-2 Sem.

Students will learn publication design and layout of photographs, graphic elements, copy and captions. Techniques of reporting, interviewing, writing copy, editing and collecting survey information are taught. The final project is the school yearbook, the visual record of the school year. Computer skills are helpful, and a “B” average in English is recommended.