AVID
Objectives of the AVID elective
Students will:
- Participate in tutorials for academic success
- Improve their oral communication skills through a variety of activities including presentations and Socratic seminars
- Participate in writing to learn activities including note-taking, summarizing, learning logs, interviews, and essay writing.
- Develop and add to a writing portfolio of work
- Engage in mandatory volunteer and community service activities
- Develop organizational and study skills by using a binder, taking Cornell notes, using a daily planner, and learning how to prioritize
- Develop life-long values and principles of self-discipline, goal setting, determination, and responsibility
Application Process
Students need to apply for the AVID program prior to entering the 9th and 10th grade. The
selection process usually takes place in January. For more information contact Ms. Kornegay,
lkornegay@rbrhs.org, or Mr. Donohoe,
rdonohoe@rbrhs.org.