College & Career
What does GPA stand for?
Grade Point Average
What does TRF stand for?
Tutorial Request Form
You would treat your AVID Classmates like they're what?
A Family
What does AVID stand for?
Advancement Via Individual Determination
What does WICOR stand for?
Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading
What is a "major" in college?
A subject or field that a student specializes in during college.
What percentage of your grade are made up of work related to tutorials?
40%
If you do not turn in a TRF form when it is due, what happens?
You lose points and need to come prepared with your TRF for the next tutorial day.
Typically, how often do we do Tutorials each week?
twice a week
What AVID strategy involves asking deep questions to understand a topic better?
Inquiry
How many years does it typically take for someone to earn their bachelor's degree?
4 years
What is the purpose of the AVID contract?
It outlines the expectations of the AVID class and it is a commitment to working hard, staying organized and participating fully.
AVID students should be seen as...in our school?
The leaders or scholars
To prepare students for college and career success through hard work, organization, and academic support
What type of notes are commonly used in AVID classes?
Cornell Notes
If you are struggling in a class, you should....
take advantage of Liberty Time and connect with AVID study buddies
What does "growth mindset" mean?
It means believing that abilities can improve through effort and learning - having individual determination.
When are TRFs typically due?
Tuesdays at the start of before class
What are you expected to fill out in your planner each day?
Homework or the gist of learning for each day for ALL of your academic classes. (In digital or hardcopy planner)
What 3 things do we learn to organize in AVID?
Our Thoughts/Info, Materials, Time
What are "soft skills"?
Personal skills like teamwork, communication, reliability, problem-solving, and responsibility.
What are 3 reasons that a student in AVID might be placed on probation / an academic improvement plan?
Low grades (2+ D or F grades), poor effort, behavior issues, lack of individual determination, lack of work completion, inadequate participation in the tutorial process
During tutorials, what should the presenter do once he/she solves their Point of Confusion?
Give a 60 second summary explaining their learning / 'ah ha' moment
Name 3 colleges that Ms. Mick has attended.
Colorado College, UC Berkeley, San Francisco State University + UC Fullerton
What are the 5 steps of the focused note taking process?
Take Notes, Process, Connect, Summarize/Reflect and Apply