FCHS AVID CURRICULUM

High School (9-12) The AVID Program has been developed to improve students' understanding of the path to college. AVID includes a sequential approach to college-prep study skills, the college admissions process, and decision-making. AVID curriculum includes approaches to note taking for college (Cornell style), understanding the college admission process, taking entrance exams, formulating a master education plan, and preparing for PSAT, ACT, and SAT I and II tests. AVID encourages academic rigor for students throughout their high school careers that will allow them to be better prepared to succeed in college.

REACHING YOUR EDUCATIONAL GOALS

Requirements for an Advanced Studies Diploma

24 Credits Required for Graduation

Units of Credit

Discipline Area

English 4

Mathematics 4

Laboratory Science 4

History and Social Sciences 4

Foreign Languages 3

Health and Physical Education 2

Fine Arts and Practical Arts 1

Electives 2

Total 24