AVID ANECDOTALS

Research supports that it is vital for students to see themselves as college students. On-campus experiences have been shown to increase both college aspirations and knowledge. Early exposure to a college campus makes a difference. The key message to our younger students is:

• College is possible for you if you choose.
• College is relevant to your career interests.
• College is attainable.
• College is fun and an opportunity to learn and try new things and meet new people.
• You can start thinking about college choices now.

Thank you to Ms. Hlavacek, the 6th grade counselor, for planning the trip. Thank you to Ms. Lopez, our AVID teacher, for preparing our students with knowing what questions to ask beforehand so that they were prepared!

Thank you so much for all of the support you provide your AVID scholar with at home.

Here is how you can support your AVID scholar at home:

1. Every other Friday, students will bring home their grade check sheet. Please sign it and return it back with them on Monday.
2. Have conversations with your child about what subjects they are struggling with the most. They should be able to share their POC (point of confusion). They will be working on articulating this information in class.
3. Please check with your student to ensure that they emailed their teacher regarding what areas they need support in. They will be working with Ms. Lopez to email at least three teachers every other week.

We hope you enjoyed your Thanksgiving break!