- Roseville High School
- AVID Course Descriptions
AVID 9
AVID 9 Fall Syllabus and Newsletter
RHS August 2022
Mr. Scott Brink
sbrink@rjuhsd.us
(916) 782-3753, ext. 3936
Room: 936
Program Description
Roseville High School has the distinction of being an AVID National Demonstration Site. AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is an academic elective program that prepares students for college readiness and success. The program enrolls students who desire structured support for college preparation and admissions. Students must be determined to succeed in rigorous high school curriculum that meets or exceeds the a-g college entrance requirements.
Class Description
AVID 9 students will focus on transitioning to high school life and improving the foundational learning skills necessary for a college preparatory curriculum. Students will develop writing, inquiry, collaboration, and reading skills along with binder organization, note-taking, time management, goal setting, and college exploration. Students engage in collaborative tutorial sessions to gain a greater understanding of material in their content area classes. This is not a time spent doing homework.
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Major Units
SMART Goals, Life Goals, Study Skills, Community Service, Technological Literacy, Student Led Conference, AVID Write-Off Essay Contest, Forms of Writing for College Preparation, Financial Literacy, College and Career Research, Time Capsule
Websites to Check Out
Roseville High School’s Official Site: Rosevilletigers.org
AVID Center’s Official Site: AVID.org
College Board: Collegeboard.com
ACT: Actstudent.org
Khan Academy: Khanacademy.org
Class Routines
Reminders:
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My phone caddy # is: _____
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My Chromebook # is: _____
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Arrive prepared with your Tutorial Request Form (TRF) every Tuesday and Thursday.
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Take Cornell notes or write learning logs during class time/homework time (lectures, labs, films, discussions, sample problems, etc.) to keep track of your learning.
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Every other Friday |
Every other Friday |
Motivational Monday |
Tutorial |
Tutorial |
Assignments due |
Assignments due |
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Curriculum |
Curriculum |
Curriculum |
Curriculum |
Binder Check |
Grade check due |
Time Management |
Every other week: |
Note Check |
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Organization |
Grade check passed out |
Team Building |
Critical Reading Activities |
Due Dates
Syllabus and AVID Contract sign.: 8/17/22
Note check (12 every other week):
Quarter 1: 9/2, 9/16, 9/30
Quarter 2: 10/21, 11/4, 11/18, 12/9
Grade checks with teacher and parent/guardian signatures:
Quarter 1: 8/26, 9/9, 9/23
Quarter 2: 10/28, 11/10, 12/2
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Grading Policies
25% Writing Assignments/Projects
30% Tutorials
20% Organization
20% Critical Reading Activities
5% AVIDtude
Assignments need to be turned in by each Friday for credit. Exception: excused absence in school system. Writing assignments and projects will be turned in on Google Classroom.
Expectations Matrix
SCHOOL RULES |
RESPECT |
ON TASK |
AWARE |
RESPONSIBLE |
EXPECTED STUDENT BEHAVIOR |
Use appropriate language and tone with everyone Respect others’ personal space and property Follow and respond appropriately to directions |
Be present - physically and mentally Be prepared for class each day with assignments and materials Take an active, positive role in classroom activities |
Be mindful of others’ feelings, opinions, and experiences Help those around you Keep your workspace clean and organized |
Be on time and ready to learn Write down due dates for all classes Use technology responsibly Be proactive |
Classroom Routine/Behavioral Expectations |
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Entering the Classroom |
How can students be welcomed to the class?
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Starting the Class |
How can instruction begin quickly?
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Working Independently |
What are the expectations for students when they are working independently? Use your time wisely. When working independently, you are expected to work quietly, remaining on-task until the assignment is completed. If you complete an assignment before the rest of the class, you should check your work, organize your binder, finish your Cornell Notes and/or learning logs, and update your planner. |
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Working in Groups |
What are the expectations for students when they are working in groups? You are expected to collaborate with other students in class; this will entail being a cooperative member, being an equal contributor, remaining on task. |
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Asking for Help |
How will students ask the teacher for help? In-Class: raise your hand and wait to be called on Outside of Class: Come in during lunch, after school, or ROAR Priority period for additional help. Feel free to communicate via email, too. |
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End of Class |
What does the last 5 minutes of class look like?
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Tentative Field Trip Dates:
Sacramento State: TBD
William Jessup: TBD
Important Dates:
August 18th: Minimum Day; Back to School Night 6:30 p.m.
August 29th: Club Rush during 1 lunch (Monday)
August 31st: Military Academy Night RHS 6:00-8:30
September 5th: Labor Day, No School
September 9th: Progress Report Period Ends
September 29th: Out of State College Fair at lunch; RJUHSD College Fair 5:30-8:00
October 6th (1st & 2nd) -7th (3rd & 4th): Mid-term exams & Min. Day
October 10th-14th: Homecoming Week
October 12th: PSAT exam (tentative)
October 17th: ASVAB exam
October 19th: Club picture day
October 24th: College Day during 1 lunch
November 10th: Progress Grades & Rally
November 11th: Veteran’s Day, No School
November 12th: Progress Report Period Ends
November 21st-25th: Thanksgiving Break, No School
November 30th: HSOTH redeux
December 20th (3rd & 4th)-21st (1st & 2nd): Final Exams
December 22- January 10th: Winter Break
January 11th: Start of Spring Term