AVID Syllabus

What is our late work policy?

• Work is accepted until the end of the unit.

• Work is accepted until one week before grades are due.

• Work is accepted at teacher discretion.

• Work is accepted until the day before grades are due.

What learning tools are used in AVID?

• School supplies

• Reading

• Organization

• Writing

Which teacher is NOT an AVID teacher?

• Mrs. Cable

• Mr. Blair

• Mr. Deichler

• Mr. Flores

All assignments can be made up

• False

• True

To be eligible to attend field trips, you must:

• be in good academic standing

• have Cs and higher in all your classes (unless teacher permission is granted)

• exhibit positive behavior across your classes

• represent the AVID program well in your classes and your extracurriculars

What behaviors are expected during various presentations and guest speakers?

• Active listening

• Note taking

• Engaging in meaningful conversation

• Engage in side conversations with your friends.

The AVID cord is earned

• by every AVID Senior

• by students meeting the regalia criteria

• by participating in AVID for all 4 years

• by having all As in your advanced classes

Which is NOT listed in the syllabus as "additional expectations" for AVID students

• Participate in extra curricular activities

• Take on leadership roles across campus

• Participate in college tours

• Take college courses

Once you are in AVID, your spot is yours no matter what.

• True

• False

What are the implications of cheating?

• You may receive an "F" on the assignment

• You may be referred to the office.

• You may lose your spot in AVID

• You may be asked to do assignments or take tests using paper/pencil rather than technology.