Welcome to AVID 12Parent Information Night

Matt Beanmbean@murrieta.k12.ca.us

Char Gempelercgempeler@murrieta.k12.ca.us

Denise Petersondpeterson@murrieta.k12.ca.us

VMHS AVID Expectations Individual Determination (AVID is a choice not a requirement)

Continue to use the AVID Methodologies (Cornell Notes / Tutorials/ Academic Tutoring)- Do things the AVID way!

Maintain a Competitive Grade Point Average – Senior Year Counts!**Conditional Acceptance

Complete a Rigorous Course of Study- AP Courses and Dual Enrollment increase college readiness and save $ for college. All “college bound” seniors should be in a MATH class!

Actively Participate on Campus and in Community (sports, clubs, band, leadership, jobs, volunteer work etc.)

AVID ProtocolAVID Protocol All schedule changes go through AVID teacher/ coordinator + AVID

counselor + AVID administrator. Communicate with us about everything!

Priority of schedule changes are based on “Core Teachers” who support the needs of AVID students.

Allow your student to handle his/her issues (They must communicate with teachers). Prepare for college life!

Rigor- Students must handle rigor in college! The Program dictates the student’s schedule – not the student or the parent

Hold your student accountable!

NEVER give $$$ to companies offering college placement assistance (Your yearly AVID Donation of $50 Covers Everything)

AVID 12th Grade ExpectationsAVID Senior Seminar is not study hall or a place to do

homework: Students must do their “AVID” work in class Complete a weekly Tutorial in class Maintain academic rigor while preparing for college Achieve highest GPA possible Participate in SAT/ ACT preparation Participate in college exploration Apply to Four-Year Colleges (Applications, Personal

Statements, Letters of Recommendation etc.) Monthly Scholarships / Apply for Financial Aid (FAFSA) Complete Senior Project (Develop College and Career Plan) Complete Community Service

Rigor From.. College Readiness created by David T. Conley

for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation 2007

“The critical reasoning, subject matter expertise and study skills students must develop to succeed in an AP Course will fortify high school graduates for a successful transition into their freshman year at college.”

Univ. of Texas study found a 40% increase in college readiness in students with rigorous schedules including AP Courses (2.8-3.0)

Rigor “AP courses as well as additional math and

science courses have a set of curricular and resource requirements that directly relate to college readiness”

“Students who take an AP course in high school have a better chance of being accepted to the college of their choice, lessen the need to take remedial college coursework and increase their ability to be successful in college courses.”

Dr. David Moyer- Illinois Asst. Superintendent

Tutorials Seniors must complete one Tutorial each

week: No Make-up Students break into groups based on subject

in which they need help Peer and Cross-age tutors are available to

assist in tutoring A tutorial form MUST be filled out before class Tutorials are NOT homework time

AVID Tutoring Program If a student is struggling in a class (grade is less

than 75%), students are required to get tutoring.

Identify if “Concept Based”/ “Effort Based”

Tutoring consists of two hours a week of mandatory tutoring in the subject area. If a student has multiple unsatisfactory grades, he or she should divide the tutoring time among all needy areas, but he or she should not exceed four hours of tutoring.

Tutoring Process Always contact the “Core” teacher first! Communicate with your AVID teacher!

AVID Lunch Tutoring 1st Lunch- Monday & Wednesday (EE25)

Tuesday & Thursday (EE22)2nd Lunch – Monday- Thursday (EE28)

• Late Start Tutoring on Monday’s 7:15 -8:15 (EE28)Wednesday Before School @ 6:45 (EE28)

Four Year University vs. Community Colleges 100% not the same thing!

- Top 12.5 % of all graduates go to UC system

- Top 35% of all graduates go to California State System

- Next 30% go to Community College System (open to all /do not need to graduate high school/ Remediation Program

Four Year University vs. Community College

2009 Study conducted by National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) www.nces.ed.gov

- Completion Rate (Obtain Degree): Improve odds of obtaining Bachelor’s Degree by almost 30%84% Private 4-Year83% Public 4-Year55% Community College

- Intent to Transfer33% of Community College students have “No Intent” to transfer to 4-Year

67% Enter w/ plan to transfer (of this grouponly 61% actually transfer/ 39% never do)

Four Year University vs. Community College

16% of all Community College students successfully complete coursework and transfer within 2.5 years ($$$)

33 months (roughly 3 years) is the average time to obtain AA degree from Community College

44% of Community College students are no longer enrolled in any college after 2.5 years

34% of all Community College students attain a Bachelor’s Degree within 6 years.

Community Colleges may appear to be CHEAPER NOW, but the tuition expenses should not be the only consideration!

Four Year University vs. Community CollegeCost Breakdown:

CSUSM- Tuition $6,596 MSJC- Tuition $1,176

Scenario Based on Current Statistics:CSUSM $6,596 x 5 years = $32,970MSJC $1,176 x 3 years + CSUSM 6596 x 3 years = 23,316

*** Overall Difference = $9,654

Part Time Job: $9.00 per hour / 25 hours per weekEarns $225 per week/ $900 per month/ clear about $700 month

I have had numerous AVID students graduate college in four years, thus saving even more money.

Students attending Four Year Universities usually obtain degree sooner (minimum of one year) allowing him/her to pursue a career sooner (35k yearly for starting salary w/ degree)

University Academic RequirementsA-G Coursework Minimum

RequirementRecommended Path- AVID Path

A: History / Social Science 3 years MWH , US History, Gov’tB: English 4 years Expository English 11 and

12 minimum pathC: Math 3 years (must complete

Algebra II)4 years Precalculus / Statistics or beyond

D: Lab Science 3 years Biology, Chemistry or Physics, Anatomy

E: World Language 2 years 3rd year preferredF: Visual and Performing Art 1 year 1 yearG: College Prep Elective 1 year (College Path automatically

completes this)** Recommended courses set the students apart from the minimum requirement students. *** Course level, Advanced and AP, better develop students to be “college ready”. (1 AP or Dual Enrollment Course before Graduation)

College Admissions Profile CSU System UC System Private

Admissions Formula

Eligibility Index (GPA x 800 + CR + M) =2900 minimum score

(10 X ACT Comp.) + (200 x GPA) =

GPA, SAT (CR M, W), Essay, minimum 3.0 GPA to apply

SAT II’s only special majors

Comprehensive Review- Varies by school

May need SAT II’s

Admitted Averages

San Marcos 3.3 GPA + 1011 CR & Math Fullerton 3.48 GPA + 1028 CR & MathSDSU 3.78 GPA + 1148 CR & MLong Beach 3.6 GPA + 1100 CR & MCal Poly SLO 3.9 GPA + 1292 CR & MSF State 3.0 GPA + 900 CR & M

UC Riverside 3.62 GPA + 1675 Total SATUC Irvine 3.99 GPA + 1877 Total SATUC San Diego 4.07 GPA + 1980 Total SATUCLA 4.14 GPA + 2035 Total SATUC Merced 3.55 GPA + 1653 Total SATSanta Barbara3.98 GPA + 1887 Total SAT

Varies

Additional Information

23 Campus in StateTraditional Majors

9 Reg. Campuses , Research and Theory Based Majors

More Expensive / Give More Financial Aid, Smaller Classes, Higher Graduation Rate

Application ProcessCal. States = CSU Mentor (www.csumentor.org)Apply Online- $55.00October 1- November 30GPA + SAT / ACT (CR + M only)-

University of California (www.ucop.edu/pathways/)Admissions- Online Application - $70.00Opens October 5th- File November 1-30GPA + SAT/ ACT (all areas) + Essay + Extracurricular

Application ProcessPrivate and Out of State Colleges and UniversitiesCheck with admissions officer or onlineDates and requirements vary GPA + SAT/ ACT (all areas) + Essay + Extracurricular +

Letter of Recommendation

All students should create a college interest schematic- Include all dates, requirements, housing dates, scholarship opportunities (all schools have them), placement exams, and portal information

Financial Aid InformationScholarships/ Grants

Federal $/ State $/ University $/ Private Organizations and Veterans Organizations (Must Contact Them)**Free Money (less than 5%)

Loans- Must be repaid (makes up 60% of all student aid)

Work Study (On campus jobs that provide $ for students)

Part Time Jobs – All College Students Should Work!

Financial Aid Information SAR (Student Aid Report)- April- Outlines college expenses and

financial aid

Loan Order: Most Favorable to Least FavorablePerkins Loan (4.5% Fixed)Stafford Loan (6% Fixed)PLUS Loan (7% +)Home Equity (Rate may be positive butlong term costs)Private Lender (Prime +)

**Subsidized Loans (interest deferred)Student loans are much better than parent loans!

Financial Aid Resources Local Companies/ Corporate America/

Employers/ Criteria Listing - Search on internet or direct contact w/ letter.

Fast Web www.fastweb.com Fed Money www.fedmoney.org Scholarship 101 www.scholarship101.com

Never Pay Any Money for Scholarship Information!

Financial Aid- Scholarship Payoff “Average student spends 80 hours trying to obtain

$5000 in scholarship money”

Is it worth your time? $ 62.50 per hour

Senior Requirement: 2 Scholarships per month (Due the 1st of the month)- No Sweepstakes Scholarships!

** All college-bound students should spend a minimum of 2 hours each week on Scholarship Work!

Financial Aid - Parent Information Must Obtain student and parent PIN # for FAFSA

(www.pin.ed.gov) – Due December 1st.

Federal Financial Aid Information1-800-433-3243 www.studentaid.ed.gov/

www.studentaid.gov/guide

Apply Online at www.fafsa.ed.gov (not www.fafsa.com)Due by March 2nd --- Application is not available until January 1, 2014

Documents Needed to Complete the FAFSA Complete Taxes Early – 2013 Taxes

Social Security #

W-2 forms / 1099 Forms

Completed Tax Forms (ASAP after 1st of year)

Current Bank Statements- Student and Parent

Untaxed Income Records-Social Security/veterans benefits etc.

Current business and investment information

Records of stocks/ bonds/ other investments

FAFSA Workshop FAFSA Completion Assistance (Free)

Federal Financial Aid Information1-800-433-3243 www.studentaid.ed.gov/ www.studentaid.gov/guide

February 4, 2014- Line by Line Workshop6-8 pm in Library Computer Lab

Senior Timeline / Opportunity Senior year is a challenging time with many important

deadlines. Students and Parents must stay on top of it! Senior Year Timeline on Mr. Bean’s Webpage- Check it

out!

The 5th annual Temecula Valley College and Vocational Invitational will take place on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Temecula’s Promenade Mall. Admissions representatives from over 180 colleges, universities and vocational schools will be in attendance.

Final Thoughts All SAT/ ACT Testing should be completed by November (Some schools will

accept December results, but not recommended)

Students must check their college emails and portals regularly! Missed deadlines = no acceptance! – Each school sets its own dates.

Every College has a Financial Aid Department (Scholarships, Loans, Work Study, Questions)

English and Math Placement Exams in Spring 2014 (February-April)

May 1st, 2014 Intent to Register Due- Pay Deposit

July 15, 2014 Final Transcript Due to College

Questions?