2016 - 2017 School Year
AVID - Leaving a Legacy of Excellence
Star Students and Teachers
6th Grade Star Students
AMY CLER Definitely a "Leader by Example"! In honors math, she works so hard to not just get her work done but to make sure that she understands the material. She puts in as much time as she needs to fully comprehend a concept and has the perseverance to achieve at any level. In AVID, she is always prepared for tutorial with a complete TRF and, while she is shy by nature, asks great probing question that helps her group constantly move forward. Her hardwork and perseverance paid off by her receiving straight As 2nd quarter! LANGSTON SPAN Langston exemplifies AVID in everything he does. His outgoing personality, sense of humor and leadership skills have made him stand out in AVID and core classes alike. He is always prepared for tutorials with a completed TRF and participates readily and respectfully with engaging questions meant to enhance the learning of his group. His teachers report they can always count on his positivity and engagement in every lesson. He is always willing to go the extra mile to help other students understand the content. . 7th Grade Star Students KYREN DARNELL A hard working young man who leads by example and is always focused on the task at hand. Is very active and engaging during tutorials. MIA DEJESUS Cares about attention to detail and learning key concepts in class, he TRF's are always insightful and full of helpful questions. 8th Grade Star Students SANIYAH MOORE Saniyah lives and breaths AVID and is a mentor to both students in her class as well as her teachers. Her organization and her passion for debating ideas to get to the truth serve her well now and will continue to do so as she moves through high school and onto medical school. Saniyah serves on the AVID Site Team with Franklin Staff, writes poetry about her community, and enriches the lives of her AVID and Franklin Families with her humor and genuine smile. NATHAN GUDEMAN Nathan Gudeman is a team player in the classroom. In AVID, he works to learn the strategies that will help him reach his high school and college goals. Nathan encourages his peers during tutorials and asks outstanding questions that get both the students and the adults in the room thinking more deeply. Not only is he a great student, he's a wonderful human and AVID family member. |
AVID Friendly Classrooms
CHRIS BRUNSON - 7th Grade (SCIENCE)
A teacher who knows how to teach how to be organized. Chris emphasizes scientific literacy in his classroom, and in constantly working to give kids the tools they need to be successful.
BRITTANY IMMORMINO - 8th Grade (WRITING & AVID)
She may be new to teaching AVID, but she's no rookie at knowing what kids need to succeed! Always utilizing best practices, engaging students in rich dialogue and high level thinking, pushing them to think critically about themselves, their school, community and the world. Through strong relationships and an enthusiasm unlike any other, Mino builds a safe environment where students feel safe to take risks while being supported at the same time.
CHRIS BRUNSON - 7th Grade (SCIENCE)
A teacher who knows how to teach how to be organized. Chris emphasizes scientific literacy in his classroom, and in constantly working to give kids the tools they need to be successful.
BRITTANY IMMORMINO - 8th Grade (WRITING & AVID)
She may be new to teaching AVID, but she's no rookie at knowing what kids need to succeed! Always utilizing best practices, engaging students in rich dialogue and high level thinking, pushing them to think critically about themselves, their school, community and the world. Through strong relationships and an enthusiasm unlike any other, Mino builds a safe environment where students feel safe to take risks while being supported at the same time.
2015 - 2016 School Year
AVID - Leaving a Legacy of Excellence
Star Students and Teachers
2nd Semester
6th Grade Star Students
NIC NESBITT Nic has a terrific attitude about everything he does. He is extremely positive and never complains when the expectations are high! He is polite and a great role model in class. ADRIAN PEREZ Adrian has embraced the concept of AVID family. He is always willing to help an AVID “brother” in any way he can. He is currently an AVID mentor to a student who has just joined AVID. Our AVID family would not be the same without him! TYLIAH BUTLER Classmates nominated Tyliah, and even though she just joined AVID she already acts like an AVID student. She is always on time and organized. She is friendly and nice to people. She tries to fix problems on her own SADIE FARRIES According to the classmates that nominated Sadie, she is very kind and always on time. She works a lot in class, she is quiet and responsible. She strives to always get As. MORGAN BROWNING Morgan's classmates acknowledged her accomplishments because she gets really good grades and she's nice. She has great sense of humor. In tutorials she moves up front to pay attention more and she is a responsible student. 7th Grade Star Students AVIYAH WASHINGTON Aidan is committed to his education. He is well organized with his time and materials, arrives to class prepared, stays engaged and on task. He is always respectful to others. He knows how to have fun while also working hard, and doesn't let others distract him from completing his assignments. He is a quiet leader among his peers, leading by example instead of words. ETHAN ELLIS Ethan has been working hard to start modeling for his fellow AVID classmates, how to behave, not only in AVID class, but in his other classes as well. He is trying to keep his grades up and continues to try new ways to maintain good organization. His perseverance and efforts have not gone unnoticed. 8th Grade Star Students LARRY AYERS Larry goes above and beyond as a human being. Not only is he kind, he is constantly trying to help out his classmates and teachers. Larry also keeps a positive attitude and perseveres even when things get tough. This mindset has helped Larry improve and grow tremendously. His upbeat personality helps make AVID the family that it is. ASIA WALLACE Asia absolutely excels and refuses to do anything less. She is committed to doing well in her classes, and keeps working her butt off until her grades reflect her commitment to success. She goes above and beyond and insists on improving even in the most challenging classes, she never gives up. |
1st Semester
6th Grade Star Students
JORDAN RUNGE Jordan is an extremely hard-working student. He is constantly self-reflecting and planning what he could improve in order to become a better student. Honorable Mention: Zaccheus Knight, Adrian Perez, and Nathan Gudeman received straight A's for their first quarter of 6th grade. SANIYAH MOORE Saniyah embodies AVID with her strong work ethic, compassion and wonderfully positive attitude. She continues to excel both academically and behaviorally. She is a natural leader. MADISON SHIRES: Madison is a kind, hard-working, and driven student. SHe consistently comes to class on time, prepared and asks great questions. She is helpful to teachers and peers and is always striving to reach the goals she sets for herself. 7th Grade Star Students CONNOR MILTON Connor is very prompt with his work, is detail-oriented, and an outstanding leader. He also supports his school community by being kind to others and taking part in student groups including athletics and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). TIARA LUSSIER Tiara has a great attitude, phenomenal grades, and much more. She is the 7th grade AVID girls' Student of the Quarter. She is awesome and everyone sees as she demonstrates it across all of her classes. 8th Grade Star Students AIDAN BARRIOQUINTO Aidan is committed to his education. He is well organized with his time and materials, arrives to class prepared, stays engaged and on task. He is always respectful to others. He knows how to have fun while also working hard, and doesn't let others distract him from completing his assignments. He is a quiet leader among his peers, leading by example instead of words. DULCE GUILLEN Dulce was nominated by her classmates for a multitude of reasons. Dulce is kind, respectful, and dedicated to her education. Dulce is patient with and helpful to all students. Dulce perseveres in all work that she does and leads quietly by example. Her classmates said, "she is a leader not a follower," as well as, "she gives everyone respect," and "she is exemplary." ASIA WALLACE Asia was also nominated by her classmates because she's always prepared and a great AVID student. SHe is organized, gets great greats, and gives everyone respect. Asia is very hardworking all of the time and tries her best in all of her classes. Honorable Mention: Nina Nguyen for the best grades in 8th grade AVID. |
AVID Friendly Classrooms
MS.WISE - 6th GRADE (SCIENCE) Ms. Wise makes it a point to know who the AVID students are and continues to reinforce the high expectations we set for our AVID babies. Cornell notes are also a regular practice in Ms. Wise's science classroom. MR.COLLINS - 7th GRADE (SOCIAL STUDIES) Mr.Collins is always facilitating conversations (Socratic Method) and debates (Philosophical Chairs) with students concerning current events and topics that impact the daily lives of students. Mr.Collins lives for his students and builds great relationships with students. Furthermore, he helps foster positive, respectful relationships among students in a positive, collaborative environment. MS.CAMERON - 6th - 8th (STEM) Ms.Cameron and her classroom are more than STEM-tastic, they are AVID-riffic. From her college-themed table names, to the constant student collaboration and critical thinking, Ms. Cameron has created an atmosphere filled with WICOR. Most importantly of all, Ms.Cameron incorporates real life STEM-ites, inspiring and informing students with real-life application of STEM in colleges and careers. |
2013 - 2014 School Year
AVID Future College Graduates
Students of the Month
December 2013 & January 2014
6th Grade Star Students
MICAH MATTHEWS
Micah Matthews. Micah has worked hard to improve his grades and has started learning to become a leader by example in the AVID classroom.
TIARA LUSSIER & TANIYA REINHART
Tiara Lussier and Taniya Reinhart have exemplified what it means to be an AVID student through their perseverance in honors math. They have put in extra study sessions and supported each other to do their best on their final test of the first semester.
7th Grade Star Students
JUDITH MEZA
Judith leads by example. Her academics are her number one priority and her dedication to her grades is admirable. Judith also has exemplary character. She is compassionate, kind, creative and helpful. She is an asset to our AVID family!
NOEMI SANCHEZ-RIVERA
Noemi is a hard worker. She takes her time to fully complete her C-notes. More importantly, she shows concern for her AVID brothers and sisters while getting STRAIGHT A's!!!
8th Grade Star Students
MARIEME NDOYE
Marieme is such a bright spirit and influence in the classroom. Her high energy combined with her personal dedication, creates a dynamic leadership quality that keeps the classroom positive and fun while still accomplishing our goals. She is very kind and willing to help her fellow classmates if they have questions or are struggling. She challenges her classmates with high level questioning and isn't afraid to share her opinion and participate even if others don't agree. She has a strong sense of self-confidence that serves as a great model to her classmates.
BRIANNA WEST
Brianna goes above and beyond in everything that she does. She is an active member of the AVID, Franklin, and Champaign community. She is committed not only to cheerleading, and her friends, but to her academics. She is a valuable member of every team, from cheerleading to math. She asks high level questions, gives through explanations and always works to do her best while inspiring her classmates to do the same.
MICAH MATTHEWS
Micah Matthews. Micah has worked hard to improve his grades and has started learning to become a leader by example in the AVID classroom.
TIARA LUSSIER & TANIYA REINHART
Tiara Lussier and Taniya Reinhart have exemplified what it means to be an AVID student through their perseverance in honors math. They have put in extra study sessions and supported each other to do their best on their final test of the first semester.
7th Grade Star Students
JUDITH MEZA
Judith leads by example. Her academics are her number one priority and her dedication to her grades is admirable. Judith also has exemplary character. She is compassionate, kind, creative and helpful. She is an asset to our AVID family!
NOEMI SANCHEZ-RIVERA
Noemi is a hard worker. She takes her time to fully complete her C-notes. More importantly, she shows concern for her AVID brothers and sisters while getting STRAIGHT A's!!!
8th Grade Star Students
MARIEME NDOYE
Marieme is such a bright spirit and influence in the classroom. Her high energy combined with her personal dedication, creates a dynamic leadership quality that keeps the classroom positive and fun while still accomplishing our goals. She is very kind and willing to help her fellow classmates if they have questions or are struggling. She challenges her classmates with high level questioning and isn't afraid to share her opinion and participate even if others don't agree. She has a strong sense of self-confidence that serves as a great model to her classmates.
BRIANNA WEST
Brianna goes above and beyond in everything that she does. She is an active member of the AVID, Franklin, and Champaign community. She is committed not only to cheerleading, and her friends, but to her academics. She is a valuable member of every team, from cheerleading to math. She asks high level questions, gives through explanations and always works to do her best while inspiring her classmates to do the same.
November 2013
6th Grade Star Students
SPENCER EVANS
Spencer is always working very hard in AVID & Science. He also tries to be a leader by voice and by example, is always prepared, and keeps his grade up in ALL of his classes.
DAVANNAH DIXON
Davannah has truly embraced our wish to make our AVID class a family by doing whatever she can to help others succeed. She often comes into class and gets the whole class copies of TRFs or learning logs that are due the next day. She passes them out with no prompting to make sure everyone knows they need to be done. She is leader who leads by example!
KAMAHARI BELK
Kamahari is a positive force in the classroom. She is extremely patient when working with students with special needs and explains mathematical ideas quite accurately. She is a quiet, but powerful leader in the classroom. You can always look to Kamahari to be a positive role model in the classroom.
7th Grade Star Students
MCKENNA MILLER
McKenna is the 7North student o' the month! She is always more than prepared and maintains a positive attitude. She is always willing to help others and it is evident she comes to school to learn and demonstrates individual determination daily.
8th Grade Star Students
CLANESHA DAVIS
This young lady has it together! She carries with her not only a well organized binder and detailed planner, but also a calm demeanor and positive attitude. She can easily calm a situation or encourage others' participation simply with the use of her even-keeled tone and polite smile. She is dedicated to thoroughly understanding information and ensuring that she has accurately completed all work that is requested of her. She is a quiet leader among her peers, leading by example instead of words. Clanesha has frequently been the student leader in her tutorial group, facilitating discussion, asking questions, encouraging others, and giving feedback. .
FESS HAWKINS
Fess was nominated by her AVID family as the November student of the month. She is well respected and looked up to by her peers. Her classmates nominated her
because she is a not only a great person, but a very hard worker, smart, always on task, works hard in all of her classes and consistently receives good grades. She also prioritizes school and learning above all else while still managing to be involved in a variety of school clubs, activities, and sports.
SPENCER EVANS
Spencer is always working very hard in AVID & Science. He also tries to be a leader by voice and by example, is always prepared, and keeps his grade up in ALL of his classes.
DAVANNAH DIXON
Davannah has truly embraced our wish to make our AVID class a family by doing whatever she can to help others succeed. She often comes into class and gets the whole class copies of TRFs or learning logs that are due the next day. She passes them out with no prompting to make sure everyone knows they need to be done. She is leader who leads by example!
KAMAHARI BELK
Kamahari is a positive force in the classroom. She is extremely patient when working with students with special needs and explains mathematical ideas quite accurately. She is a quiet, but powerful leader in the classroom. You can always look to Kamahari to be a positive role model in the classroom.
7th Grade Star Students
MCKENNA MILLER
McKenna is the 7North student o' the month! She is always more than prepared and maintains a positive attitude. She is always willing to help others and it is evident she comes to school to learn and demonstrates individual determination daily.
8th Grade Star Students
CLANESHA DAVIS
This young lady has it together! She carries with her not only a well organized binder and detailed planner, but also a calm demeanor and positive attitude. She can easily calm a situation or encourage others' participation simply with the use of her even-keeled tone and polite smile. She is dedicated to thoroughly understanding information and ensuring that she has accurately completed all work that is requested of her. She is a quiet leader among her peers, leading by example instead of words. Clanesha has frequently been the student leader in her tutorial group, facilitating discussion, asking questions, encouraging others, and giving feedback. .
FESS HAWKINS
Fess was nominated by her AVID family as the November student of the month. She is well respected and looked up to by her peers. Her classmates nominated her
because she is a not only a great person, but a very hard worker, smart, always on task, works hard in all of her classes and consistently receives good grades. She also prioritizes school and learning above all else while still managing to be involved in a variety of school clubs, activities, and sports.
AVID Friendly Classroom(s) of the Month
LINDA COOMES
6th Grade
Social Studies
Not only does she do C-Notes and WICOR-ize her lessons, but she is a strong advocate of AVID toward our parents and is always helping to find the best candidates to recommend for 6th Grade AVID.
DAYNA DIVENERE
8th Grade
Writing
Dayna DiVenere hit the ground running when it comes to incorporating AVID into her classroom this year! She has question stems posted around her classroom and worked with students on their use in preparation for a Socratic Seminar that utilized AVID recommended strategies with rigorous, relevant articles, discussion and collaboration. She encouraged AVID students to model appropriate interactions during the seminar. She regularly probes students with higher level questioning and encourages the same from them. She provides support while still challenging them to apply their learning in their writing. If you were to ask her “Did you WICOR today?” she could confidently say “YES!” and probably be able to give you student examples!
6th Grade
Social Studies
Not only does she do C-Notes and WICOR-ize her lessons, but she is a strong advocate of AVID toward our parents and is always helping to find the best candidates to recommend for 6th Grade AVID.
DAYNA DIVENERE
8th Grade
Writing
Dayna DiVenere hit the ground running when it comes to incorporating AVID into her classroom this year! She has question stems posted around her classroom and worked with students on their use in preparation for a Socratic Seminar that utilized AVID recommended strategies with rigorous, relevant articles, discussion and collaboration. She encouraged AVID students to model appropriate interactions during the seminar. She regularly probes students with higher level questioning and encourages the same from them. She provides support while still challenging them to apply their learning in their writing. If you were to ask her “Did you WICOR today?” she could confidently say “YES!” and probably be able to give you student examples!
October 2013
6th Grade Star Students
JASTIN BARBER
She is starting the 2nd quarter off strong with a 98% in AVID, extremely positive attitude, and great leader.
OLIVIA DEATON
Olivia is also starting off 2nd quarter with a 98% in AVID, was a star of the quarter in math 1st quarter, and has amazing binder checks.
MYKEL NEAL
Mykel is working very hard toward becoming a mature adult and a leader by example not only in AVID but throughout all of his other classes.
7th Grade Star Students
DULCE GUILLEN
Her confidence, determination and kindness make her a model AVID student! Dulce is so positive, compassionate and driven. She works hard at everything she does and she leads by example.
TAURYON SMITH
Tauryon is the 7South AVID student of the month for his excellent tutorial question. "How does equivalency affect humans?" He applied the notion of equivalency-equal in quantity, value, force, meaning to the class status of individuals in America and it took on a whole new meaning for tutorials.
8th Grade Star Students
CESAR ALVAREZ
Cesar is one of the hardest working and respectful 8th graders around! Cesar is admired and respected by all of his classmates and teachers alike and his collaborative teamwork skills cannot be surpassed.
MONAIJA HARRIS
Monaija is committed to her education. She is well organized with her time and materials, routinely updates her planner, is accountable for her grades, checks in with teachers to ensure she is fully aware of assignments and understanding. And on top of all that she brings a positive energy to any situation. She demonstrates empathy and respect for others and is truly a positive role model and leader for her peers.
JASTIN BARBER
She is starting the 2nd quarter off strong with a 98% in AVID, extremely positive attitude, and great leader.
OLIVIA DEATON
Olivia is also starting off 2nd quarter with a 98% in AVID, was a star of the quarter in math 1st quarter, and has amazing binder checks.
MYKEL NEAL
Mykel is working very hard toward becoming a mature adult and a leader by example not only in AVID but throughout all of his other classes.
7th Grade Star Students
DULCE GUILLEN
Her confidence, determination and kindness make her a model AVID student! Dulce is so positive, compassionate and driven. She works hard at everything she does and she leads by example.
TAURYON SMITH
Tauryon is the 7South AVID student of the month for his excellent tutorial question. "How does equivalency affect humans?" He applied the notion of equivalency-equal in quantity, value, force, meaning to the class status of individuals in America and it took on a whole new meaning for tutorials.
8th Grade Star Students
CESAR ALVAREZ
Cesar is one of the hardest working and respectful 8th graders around! Cesar is admired and respected by all of his classmates and teachers alike and his collaborative teamwork skills cannot be surpassed.
MONAIJA HARRIS
Monaija is committed to her education. She is well organized with her time and materials, routinely updates her planner, is accountable for her grades, checks in with teachers to ensure she is fully aware of assignments and understanding. And on top of all that she brings a positive energy to any situation. She demonstrates empathy and respect for others and is truly a positive role model and leader for her peers.
AVID Friendly Classroom(s) of the Month
BLANCA BUSTOS
6th - 8th Grades
ESL & Spanish
She is an active member of our AVID Site Team. She not only attended the AVID Family Night to offer her support, but also has students working collaboratively on a regular basis. When groups get stuck, she does not provide them the answer – instead she encourages them to look at their C-Notes and use each other to see if they could find the answer.
6th - 8th Grades
ESL & Spanish
She is an active member of our AVID Site Team. She not only attended the AVID Family Night to offer her support, but also has students working collaboratively on a regular basis. When groups get stuck, she does not provide them the answer – instead she encourages them to look at their C-Notes and use each other to see if they could find the answer.
September 2013
6th Grade Star Students
ADDISON DEW
Addison Dew has really embraced what it means to be an AVID student. She lost a warm up in Social Studies and wrote a note to her SS teacher stating that "she is very sorry and knows that the this is not acceptable from an AVID student" and it would definitely not happen again.
DARIUS JACKSON
DJ has turned in all of his AVID assignments, takes the class very seriously, tries to be a leader by example, and has a great level of enthusiasm for the program.
7th Grade Star Students
KEYGAN PETTIGREW
Keygan is involved in extra-curricular activities but makes sure to stay on top of her academics as well. She treats her peers and teachers with respect and brings a positive attitude to class. She is helpful, driven and organized.
8th Grade Star Students
ABIGAIL WADE
Abbey is is a very driven student. She manages her time wisely, pays attention to details, effectively communicates with others, consistently comes to class prepared, gladly collaborates with classmates, and respectfully checks in with teachers regarding assignments and grades. She has a great balance of finding enjoyment in her school experience and being responsible for her academics. Keep up the great work Abbey!
RAQUEL WILSON
Rocky goes above and beyond in everything she does. She is a natural leader, and has already proven to be a great asset to our class while acting as tutor in tutorials for our class. Rocky always participates and sets a great example for her classmates to follow, Her dedication has paid off, and she is currently getting STRAIGHT A's.
ADDISON DEW
Addison Dew has really embraced what it means to be an AVID student. She lost a warm up in Social Studies and wrote a note to her SS teacher stating that "she is very sorry and knows that the this is not acceptable from an AVID student" and it would definitely not happen again.
DARIUS JACKSON
DJ has turned in all of his AVID assignments, takes the class very seriously, tries to be a leader by example, and has a great level of enthusiasm for the program.
7th Grade Star Students
KEYGAN PETTIGREW
Keygan is involved in extra-curricular activities but makes sure to stay on top of her academics as well. She treats her peers and teachers with respect and brings a positive attitude to class. She is helpful, driven and organized.
8th Grade Star Students
ABIGAIL WADE
Abbey is is a very driven student. She manages her time wisely, pays attention to details, effectively communicates with others, consistently comes to class prepared, gladly collaborates with classmates, and respectfully checks in with teachers regarding assignments and grades. She has a great balance of finding enjoyment in her school experience and being responsible for her academics. Keep up the great work Abbey!
RAQUEL WILSON
Rocky goes above and beyond in everything she does. She is a natural leader, and has already proven to be a great asset to our class while acting as tutor in tutorials for our class. Rocky always participates and sets a great example for her classmates to follow, Her dedication has paid off, and she is currently getting STRAIGHT A's.
AVID Friendly Classroom(s) of the Month
JOSEPH PICKELL
6th Grade
Social Studies
He helps students take C-Notes in class, WICOR-izes all of his lessons, and is constantly advocating for AVID extension in throughout the building.
AMY WISE
7th Grade
Science
The 7North AVID class nominated Miss Wise because she is very helpful by providing opportunities for AVID students to take c-notes. She also sets up her class notes as up as C-notes making it easy for ALL students to be successful!
JEFF BUHNERKEMPE
8th Grade
Social Studies
Mr. B enthusiastically supports AVID, as a member of our site team he has helped AVID-ize our building, his flex class, and his social studies classes. He makes sure students are taking C-Notes on a regular basis and incorporates them into his class to help students organize their notes.
6th Grade
Social Studies
He helps students take C-Notes in class, WICOR-izes all of his lessons, and is constantly advocating for AVID extension in throughout the building.
AMY WISE
7th Grade
Science
The 7North AVID class nominated Miss Wise because she is very helpful by providing opportunities for AVID students to take c-notes. She also sets up her class notes as up as C-notes making it easy for ALL students to be successful!
JEFF BUHNERKEMPE
8th Grade
Social Studies
Mr. B enthusiastically supports AVID, as a member of our site team he has helped AVID-ize our building, his flex class, and his social studies classes. He makes sure students are taking C-Notes on a regular basis and incorporates them into his class to help students organize their notes.
2012 - 2013 School Year
April 2013
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Students
BRYSON CARTER & J'KAHREI SIMPSON
If a student joins AVID 4th quarter you would assume it would take them a while to get up to speed. Not Bryson and J'Kahrei. They both hit the ground running. Both of these nice gentlemen are already adept at Tutorials and have some of the highest scores each week on their Binder Checks. I wish I they been with me all year. Mrs. Burson and Ms. Newman will get to enjoy teaching you all of next year. Way to go boys!
ASIA WALLACE
Not only is she hard working, Asia consistently puts in the extra effort and goes above and beyond in her classes. Even more admirable, is her willingness and readiness to help others.
7th Grade Star Students
CALAYA THOMAS
Calaya does a wonderful job of asking questions in class and advocating for herself when she doesn't understand something. She doesn't just shut down but uses AVID stragegies to gain an understanding. She comes nearly every Friday with a wonderful binder check and has really managed to stay on top of her grades. When she sees them slip she takes care of it immediately and improves her grade.
MARIEME NDOYE
Marieme showed a high degree of excellence in her work throughout this last quarter and even moreso within her AVID college project. Within her classes, Marieme exhibits great leadership skills and sets a great example for her peers.
8th Grade Star Students
ADONIS FELTON
Adonis has maintained a positive attitude for much of the school year. After some struggles last quarter, he has really made a strong effort this last quarter. He has put forth the extra time after school and has massively improved his C-Notes. There is always room for growth, but these small steps that Adonis has taken, are putting him on the right track for high school. Even more significant, Adonis emanates leadership. He is always willing to participate, collaborate within teams, and his peers naturally look to him for help that he willingly offers.
BRYSON CARTER & J'KAHREI SIMPSON
If a student joins AVID 4th quarter you would assume it would take them a while to get up to speed. Not Bryson and J'Kahrei. They both hit the ground running. Both of these nice gentlemen are already adept at Tutorials and have some of the highest scores each week on their Binder Checks. I wish I they been with me all year. Mrs. Burson and Ms. Newman will get to enjoy teaching you all of next year. Way to go boys!
ASIA WALLACE
Not only is she hard working, Asia consistently puts in the extra effort and goes above and beyond in her classes. Even more admirable, is her willingness and readiness to help others.
7th Grade Star Students
CALAYA THOMAS
Calaya does a wonderful job of asking questions in class and advocating for herself when she doesn't understand something. She doesn't just shut down but uses AVID stragegies to gain an understanding. She comes nearly every Friday with a wonderful binder check and has really managed to stay on top of her grades. When she sees them slip she takes care of it immediately and improves her grade.
MARIEME NDOYE
Marieme showed a high degree of excellence in her work throughout this last quarter and even moreso within her AVID college project. Within her classes, Marieme exhibits great leadership skills and sets a great example for her peers.
8th Grade Star Students
ADONIS FELTON
Adonis has maintained a positive attitude for much of the school year. After some struggles last quarter, he has really made a strong effort this last quarter. He has put forth the extra time after school and has massively improved his C-Notes. There is always room for growth, but these small steps that Adonis has taken, are putting him on the right track for high school. Even more significant, Adonis emanates leadership. He is always willing to participate, collaborate within teams, and his peers naturally look to him for help that he willingly offers.
AVID Friendly Classroom(s) of the Month
LISA KRAUSE
6th Grade
Mathematics
Ms. Krause is very aware of which students are her AVID students. She constantly meets with their team of teachers, specifically their AVID teacher to discuss concerns and put in place additional supports. This committment to students has helped 6th grade AVID students tremendously at the 6th grade level.
BRIAN ROSTEN
6th Grade
Science
Mr. Rosten has been extremely helpful and involved when it comes to AVID. He is a critical member of our AVID Site Team, and also helps support 6th grade AVID students by having them in at lunch, giving them additional time and support to finish projects, labs, or just work on homework.
6th Grade
Mathematics
Ms. Krause is very aware of which students are her AVID students. She constantly meets with their team of teachers, specifically their AVID teacher to discuss concerns and put in place additional supports. This committment to students has helped 6th grade AVID students tremendously at the 6th grade level.
BRIAN ROSTEN
6th Grade
Science
Mr. Rosten has been extremely helpful and involved when it comes to AVID. He is a critical member of our AVID Site Team, and also helps support 6th grade AVID students by having them in at lunch, giving them additional time and support to finish projects, labs, or just work on homework.
February 2013
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Students
JASTIN BUTTS-DUGAR
Jastin was on probation for 3rd Quarter. He took this very seriously and let the situation inspire him instead of letting it get him down. He worked hard and brought up all of his grades to remain a strong AVID student. Way to go Jastin!
NOEMI SANCHEZ-RIVERA
Noemi goes above and beyond as demonstrated by her 97% in AVID, 106% in Math and 105% in Social Studies!! Not only does she excel and push herself in her classes, she produces exceptional learning logs and binder checks.
7th Grade Star Students
ABBEY WADE
Abbey has shown a lot of growth this year with her self determination and maturity. She has worked exceptionally hard this quarter at bringing up and maintaining her grades. Abbey takes impecable cornell notes and has a positive attititude whenever I see her!
JAYLEN HARRIS
Throughout the 7th grade study of genetics, Jaylen has made sure that his understanding is where it needs to be. If he has a question about something, he checks with his group members for clarification before coming to the teacher. When the class participated in a “Create a Face” lab, Jaylen was one of the few to ask questions throughout the investigation to further his understanding. He wanted to know the science behind the lab, not just have fun.
8th Grade Star Students
KHALFANI MAATUKA
Khal is one of the most positive, individually determined students I have this year. He always does his work, participates in all of his classes, and sets a great example for his peers both academically and personally. Not only does Khal have all A's and B's, but he his collaboration and respectful attitude with both teachers and students is phenomenal.
ALEXIS JUAREZ-MORALES
Alexis really been on it this month! He has been an excellent tutorial group member all year, but this month he's been stepping it up, arriving with great question, notes, and resources and asking critical thinking questions of his group members. He also did an excellent job facilitating our latest Socratic Seminar about how fashion can impact a persons self-esteem again coming prepared, keeping the conversation on track, and asking significant level two an three questions. Great work Alexis!.
JASTIN BUTTS-DUGAR
Jastin was on probation for 3rd Quarter. He took this very seriously and let the situation inspire him instead of letting it get him down. He worked hard and brought up all of his grades to remain a strong AVID student. Way to go Jastin!
NOEMI SANCHEZ-RIVERA
Noemi goes above and beyond as demonstrated by her 97% in AVID, 106% in Math and 105% in Social Studies!! Not only does she excel and push herself in her classes, she produces exceptional learning logs and binder checks.
7th Grade Star Students
ABBEY WADE
Abbey has shown a lot of growth this year with her self determination and maturity. She has worked exceptionally hard this quarter at bringing up and maintaining her grades. Abbey takes impecable cornell notes and has a positive attititude whenever I see her!
JAYLEN HARRIS
Throughout the 7th grade study of genetics, Jaylen has made sure that his understanding is where it needs to be. If he has a question about something, he checks with his group members for clarification before coming to the teacher. When the class participated in a “Create a Face” lab, Jaylen was one of the few to ask questions throughout the investigation to further his understanding. He wanted to know the science behind the lab, not just have fun.
8th Grade Star Students
KHALFANI MAATUKA
Khal is one of the most positive, individually determined students I have this year. He always does his work, participates in all of his classes, and sets a great example for his peers both academically and personally. Not only does Khal have all A's and B's, but he his collaboration and respectful attitude with both teachers and students is phenomenal.
ALEXIS JUAREZ-MORALES
Alexis really been on it this month! He has been an excellent tutorial group member all year, but this month he's been stepping it up, arriving with great question, notes, and resources and asking critical thinking questions of his group members. He also did an excellent job facilitating our latest Socratic Seminar about how fashion can impact a persons self-esteem again coming prepared, keeping the conversation on track, and asking significant level two an three questions. Great work Alexis!.
AVID Friendly Classroom of the Month
TRACEY JONES
6th Grade
Mathematics & AVID
Mrs. Jones has been a fantastic addition to the AVID family. Not only has she helped AVID-ize the building, her team, and her classroom, she has inspired a classroom full of young girls to excel. Her girls AVID class is working towards all A's and B's and Mrs. Jones helps them by tracking their progress and creating a simple bar graph as a visual reminder. When asked what they like most about AVID, almost every girl in her class will tell you "I like Mrs. Jones."
6th Grade
Mathematics & AVID
Mrs. Jones has been a fantastic addition to the AVID family. Not only has she helped AVID-ize the building, her team, and her classroom, she has inspired a classroom full of young girls to excel. Her girls AVID class is working towards all A's and B's and Mrs. Jones helps them by tracking their progress and creating a simple bar graph as a visual reminder. When asked what they like most about AVID, almost every girl in her class will tell you "I like Mrs. Jones."
December 2012/January 2013
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Students
ANTERIO ALLEN
Anterio aka Double A is student of the month. This is because of the amazing report I received about him from his Math teacher. All year Anterio has come to Math class ready to learn and has been fully engaged in the lessons. He is a natural leader helping out his group and working well with others. He is a willing participant who goes to the board to demonstrate his knowledge and his clear articulation of concepts helps students who are struggling. He is also very friendly, welcoming new students who have recently joined us at Franklin. Way to go Anterio! You are a source of pride to your family, your Franklin family, and your AVID family.
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HALEY GOOD
Haley Good is praised by her academic teachers for her conscientious work. She is always actively engaged and consistently has quality work. She is a very hard worker.
7th Grade Star Students
MONAIJA HARRIS
Monaija leads by example. Every IPR she has straight As and B+s. She works hard to always complete her work on time, stay organized and demonstrate excellent character. She has a great sense of humor and is a model AVID student!
PRECIOUS TURNER
Precious came into AVID at the beginning of this quarter and has done nothing but shine since she started! Precious struggled a bit in the beginning of the school year but ever since the offer of being in AVID was put on the table for her, she has proven to be a valuable member of the 7 South team. She works extremely hard and comes up with higher level thinking questions throughout her classes to support her newly gained knowledge.
8th Grade Star Students
LISETTE MEZA
Lisette has a great attitude and is a very focused student within the AVID classroom and across her classes. She routinely turns in high quality work, no doubt as a result of her organization and attention to details. She demonstrates that she cares about both her education and her classmates on a daily basis through her collaborative interactions with peers, polite demeanor, and on-task mentality. I love that Lisette brings a smile, along with all her materials, to class every day!
MALLORY PORTER
Mallory is extremely focused on school. Her binder checks are always great and only surpassed by her phenomenal, detailed, edited and overall amazing. Not only is her binder in pristine shape, her c-notes gorgeous, but her participation in tutorials has increased significantly this quarter. Keep up the great work Mallory!
ANTERIO ALLEN
Anterio aka Double A is student of the month. This is because of the amazing report I received about him from his Math teacher. All year Anterio has come to Math class ready to learn and has been fully engaged in the lessons. He is a natural leader helping out his group and working well with others. He is a willing participant who goes to the board to demonstrate his knowledge and his clear articulation of concepts helps students who are struggling. He is also very friendly, welcoming new students who have recently joined us at Franklin. Way to go Anterio! You are a source of pride to your family, your Franklin family, and your AVID family.
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HALEY GOOD
Haley Good is praised by her academic teachers for her conscientious work. She is always actively engaged and consistently has quality work. She is a very hard worker.
7th Grade Star Students
MONAIJA HARRIS
Monaija leads by example. Every IPR she has straight As and B+s. She works hard to always complete her work on time, stay organized and demonstrate excellent character. She has a great sense of humor and is a model AVID student!
PRECIOUS TURNER
Precious came into AVID at the beginning of this quarter and has done nothing but shine since she started! Precious struggled a bit in the beginning of the school year but ever since the offer of being in AVID was put on the table for her, she has proven to be a valuable member of the 7 South team. She works extremely hard and comes up with higher level thinking questions throughout her classes to support her newly gained knowledge.
8th Grade Star Students
LISETTE MEZA
Lisette has a great attitude and is a very focused student within the AVID classroom and across her classes. She routinely turns in high quality work, no doubt as a result of her organization and attention to details. She demonstrates that she cares about both her education and her classmates on a daily basis through her collaborative interactions with peers, polite demeanor, and on-task mentality. I love that Lisette brings a smile, along with all her materials, to class every day!
MALLORY PORTER
Mallory is extremely focused on school. Her binder checks are always great and only surpassed by her phenomenal, detailed, edited and overall amazing. Not only is her binder in pristine shape, her c-notes gorgeous, but her participation in tutorials has increased significantly this quarter. Keep up the great work Mallory!
AVID Friendly Classroom of the Month
JEFF BUHNERKEMPE
8th Grade
Social Studies
Sportin’ the AVID T-shirt, downloading and implementing AVID materials into his FLEX and Social Studies classes, encouraging WICOR strategies, attending site team meetings, and being enthusiastic about it all, Mr. B certainly offers an AVID friendly environment for both AVID and non-AVID students alike!
8th Grade
Social Studies
Sportin’ the AVID T-shirt, downloading and implementing AVID materials into his FLEX and Social Studies classes, encouraging WICOR strategies, attending site team meetings, and being enthusiastic about it all, Mr. B certainly offers an AVID friendly environment for both AVID and non-AVID students alike!
November 2012
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Students
DULCE GUILLEN
She earned an A+ in AVID for outstanding binder checks, detailed learning logs, and excellent participation in tutorials.
TAURYON SMITH
Tauryon is a hard worker earning good grades in all of his classes. AVID is the last class of the day and he always walks in with a big smile that’d brighten any room. His positive attitude and dedication will take him far.
7th Grade Star Students
ETHAN POPOVICH
Ethan always has a positive attitude and he is willing to help other students as well as his teachers. He is a model student and I love his sense of humor. He shows individual determination daily by perservering through challenging classwork. He takes advantage of any opportunity to improve his grade by completing test corrections or earning extra credit by getting his grade reports signed!
MEHADIAH JARUMI
Mehadiah has stepped up to the challenge of transfering into AVID mid-semester. She is becoming more confident and maturing in her abilities.
8th Grade Star Students
CORDELL FARRIES
Corey is a very responsible student. He engages in activities, asks great questions, stays on task, and encourages his group members to participate. He has a great sense of humor which helps build a positive atmosphere at the school.
ALYSSA KINGTON
Alyssa is one of the most trustworthy, dependable students I have. She consistently does everything that is expected of her and then goes above and beyond. Her C-Notes, binder, tutorial questions, and overall grades clearly display how hard-working she is. Her individual determination and patience with others screams AVID, and has resulted in great success for her!
DULCE GUILLEN
She earned an A+ in AVID for outstanding binder checks, detailed learning logs, and excellent participation in tutorials.
TAURYON SMITH
Tauryon is a hard worker earning good grades in all of his classes. AVID is the last class of the day and he always walks in with a big smile that’d brighten any room. His positive attitude and dedication will take him far.
7th Grade Star Students
ETHAN POPOVICH
Ethan always has a positive attitude and he is willing to help other students as well as his teachers. He is a model student and I love his sense of humor. He shows individual determination daily by perservering through challenging classwork. He takes advantage of any opportunity to improve his grade by completing test corrections or earning extra credit by getting his grade reports signed!
MEHADIAH JARUMI
Mehadiah has stepped up to the challenge of transfering into AVID mid-semester. She is becoming more confident and maturing in her abilities.
8th Grade Star Students
CORDELL FARRIES
Corey is a very responsible student. He engages in activities, asks great questions, stays on task, and encourages his group members to participate. He has a great sense of humor which helps build a positive atmosphere at the school.
ALYSSA KINGTON
Alyssa is one of the most trustworthy, dependable students I have. She consistently does everything that is expected of her and then goes above and beyond. Her C-Notes, binder, tutorial questions, and overall grades clearly display how hard-working she is. Her individual determination and patience with others screams AVID, and has resulted in great success for her!
AVID Friendly Classroom of the Month
DAVE MAST
6th Grade
Science
He is not only supportive of the program, but students have said that they know how to be a successful AVID student in his classroom. He utilizes collaboration and inquiry in a dynamite way while setting high expectations for ALL of his students. Furthermore, he is genuinely interested in his students as individuals as well as their post-secondary success.
6th Grade
Science
He is not only supportive of the program, but students have said that they know how to be a successful AVID student in his classroom. He utilizes collaboration and inquiry in a dynamite way while setting high expectations for ALL of his students. Furthermore, he is genuinely interested in his students as individuals as well as their post-secondary success.
October 2012
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Students
DYNAMIC DUO: SEBASTIAN DIEGO and AIDAN BARRIOGUINTO
Both of these students have recently joined the AVID family. They share some wonderful characteristics that will lead to their success. Though chaos may swirl around them they maintain a diligent focus on their studies. Their calm and friendly demeanor ensures that they can work well with others and that others are always willing to work with them. These abilities coupled with their brilliant minds will ensure their present and future success. If you doubt me, just ask them if you can look at their 1st Quarter grades; all you will see are ‘A’s.
HALEY GOOD
Even though Haley was a late add to AVID, from the beginning she has had perfect binder checks, great collaboration and leadership during tutorials, well-written learning logs, and always has something to add to discussions.
7th Grade Star Students
BRIANNA WEST
She is ALWAYS prepared, organized and she is incredibly self-disciplined. She comes to school everyday with a positive attitude and navigates her social life and school perfectly. She is always willing to help others and is a joy to have in class!
BRITTANY ANGLIN
Brittany always comes to class with a positive attitude! She is prepared for class, manages her time wisely, and works well with others! She represents a positive role model for other students because she maintains a balance between her social, academic, and athletic responsibilities.
8th Grade Star Students
ANTANAYA HOWARD
Her patience, hard work and dedication to her education are each clearly evident every day. Antanaya works well with everyone, and her great positive attitude and hard work make her a natural leader in every class. Her binder, her C-notes,her overall first quarter grades, and everything else she does makes her this month's student of the month.
BRITTANY MOORE
Brittany led our first Socratic Seminar like an expert. She facilitated the questions, encouraged participation, kept the group on task, and kept discussions flowing. In addition to her leadership skills, she comes to AVID consistently prepared, resources and Tutorial Request Forms (TRFs) read on tutorial days, and all of her homework and other assignments done. She also has a model AVID binder!
DYNAMIC DUO: SEBASTIAN DIEGO and AIDAN BARRIOGUINTO
Both of these students have recently joined the AVID family. They share some wonderful characteristics that will lead to their success. Though chaos may swirl around them they maintain a diligent focus on their studies. Their calm and friendly demeanor ensures that they can work well with others and that others are always willing to work with them. These abilities coupled with their brilliant minds will ensure their present and future success. If you doubt me, just ask them if you can look at their 1st Quarter grades; all you will see are ‘A’s.
HALEY GOOD
Even though Haley was a late add to AVID, from the beginning she has had perfect binder checks, great collaboration and leadership during tutorials, well-written learning logs, and always has something to add to discussions.
7th Grade Star Students
BRIANNA WEST
She is ALWAYS prepared, organized and she is incredibly self-disciplined. She comes to school everyday with a positive attitude and navigates her social life and school perfectly. She is always willing to help others and is a joy to have in class!
BRITTANY ANGLIN
Brittany always comes to class with a positive attitude! She is prepared for class, manages her time wisely, and works well with others! She represents a positive role model for other students because she maintains a balance between her social, academic, and athletic responsibilities.
8th Grade Star Students
ANTANAYA HOWARD
Her patience, hard work and dedication to her education are each clearly evident every day. Antanaya works well with everyone, and her great positive attitude and hard work make her a natural leader in every class. Her binder, her C-notes,her overall first quarter grades, and everything else she does makes her this month's student of the month.
BRITTANY MOORE
Brittany led our first Socratic Seminar like an expert. She facilitated the questions, encouraged participation, kept the group on task, and kept discussions flowing. In addition to her leadership skills, she comes to AVID consistently prepared, resources and Tutorial Request Forms (TRFs) read on tutorial days, and all of her homework and other assignments done. She also has a model AVID binder!
AVID Friendly Classroom of the Month
ABBIE CARTER
8th Grade
English Language Arts
Mrs. Carter has a daily objectives and homework board that accurately reflects work that is being completed in her classroom and is clearly displayed for student information. She made and distributed assignment notebooks to any of her students that did not already have an assignment notebook and she regularly takes time at the beginning of class to have ALL her students fill out their assignment notebooks. Additionally, she has the essential question for the lesson or activity posted at the front of her room and has students take Cornell notes on a variety of topics.
8th Grade
English Language Arts
Mrs. Carter has a daily objectives and homework board that accurately reflects work that is being completed in her classroom and is clearly displayed for student information. She made and distributed assignment notebooks to any of her students that did not already have an assignment notebook and she regularly takes time at the beginning of class to have ALL her students fill out their assignment notebooks. Additionally, she has the essential question for the lesson or activity posted at the front of her room and has students take Cornell notes on a variety of topics.
SEPTEMBER 2012
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Students
ANTERRIO SIMS
Anterrio is very serious minded. He is constantly focused and brings his fellow AVID students with him. He approaches every tutorial question with integrity and perseverance. He is a great addition to the Franklin AVID family!
JUDITH MEZA
Judith has an amazing binder, and always excels on binder checks. She also demonstrates superb questioning and leadership in tutorials. Welcome to AVID!
7th Grade Star Students
DEJAH TRAVIS
She is amazingly positive and brightens your day with her smile and caring spirit. She is always prepared and is a very hard worker. Her binder checks have been outstanding and she shows kindness and compassion to her classmates. She has a wonderful work ethic!
CESAR ALVAREZ
The 7 South AVID student of the month is Cesar Alvarez because he displays phenomenal leadership in all of his classes. He is always going above and beyond, and with his positive personality he has started this year off great!
8th Grade Star Students
CALEB CARR
Caleb was nominated by his 8 North teachers because he is positive, energetic, focused, on task, respectful to his peers and teachers, responsible, always participating, actively engaged in his classes and studies, and is always prepared with resources no matter the subject area.
DRESHIANNA BISHOP
Dreshianna is a dedicated student in every class. She comes to class prepared, keeps her materials organized, and positively collaborates with classmates. Dre is consistantly a positive influence in her classes, helps others, and is always respecful.
ANTERRIO SIMS
Anterrio is very serious minded. He is constantly focused and brings his fellow AVID students with him. He approaches every tutorial question with integrity and perseverance. He is a great addition to the Franklin AVID family!
JUDITH MEZA
Judith has an amazing binder, and always excels on binder checks. She also demonstrates superb questioning and leadership in tutorials. Welcome to AVID!
7th Grade Star Students
DEJAH TRAVIS
She is amazingly positive and brightens your day with her smile and caring spirit. She is always prepared and is a very hard worker. Her binder checks have been outstanding and she shows kindness and compassion to her classmates. She has a wonderful work ethic!
CESAR ALVAREZ
The 7 South AVID student of the month is Cesar Alvarez because he displays phenomenal leadership in all of his classes. He is always going above and beyond, and with his positive personality he has started this year off great!
8th Grade Star Students
CALEB CARR
Caleb was nominated by his 8 North teachers because he is positive, energetic, focused, on task, respectful to his peers and teachers, responsible, always participating, actively engaged in his classes and studies, and is always prepared with resources no matter the subject area.
DRESHIANNA BISHOP
Dreshianna is a dedicated student in every class. She comes to class prepared, keeps her materials organized, and positively collaborates with classmates. Dre is consistantly a positive influence in her classes, helps others, and is always respecful.
AVID Friendly Classroom of the Month
LINDA COOMES
6th Grade
Social Studies
Mrs. Coomes is on top of it! Not only does she encourage, explain, and use C-notes with all of her students, she supports student collaboration in daily activities. Furthermore, Mrs. Coomes always offers suggestions for students who would be good candidates for AVID. With her continued support of AVID in our building, and within her classroom and content area, we are blessed to have her!
6th Grade
Social Studies
Mrs. Coomes is on top of it! Not only does she encourage, explain, and use C-notes with all of her students, she supports student collaboration in daily activities. Furthermore, Mrs. Coomes always offers suggestions for students who would be good candidates for AVID. With her continued support of AVID in our building, and within her classroom and content area, we are blessed to have her!
2011 - 2012 School Year
APRIL 2012
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Students
JACKSON BONNETT & NYKO ENGLAND
Jackson and Nyko share a great characteristic: dedication. Their grades have gone up and down over the course of the year; but as true AVID students full of determination, they’ve always pulled ahead. They’re the first to ask me each Thursday to see their weekly IPR grade report and figure out how to improve their grades. 6th grade can be a struggle, but I know they’ll succeed because of their dedication to improve themselves.
7th Grade Star Students
KALFANI MAATUKA
Kalfani Maatuka. He joined AVID at the end of 2nd quarter and has shown tremendous growth. His binder checks continue to improve, and he even had the highest score of our class last week! He comes to tutorials prepared, he participates and takes c-notes in all of his classes.
KAMRYN PETTIGREW
Kamryn Pettigrew is student of the month because she displays positive leadership skills and she always treats others with kindness.
8th Grade Star Students
JAMAL RAINEY
Nominated by his classmates for the following reasons: "He has straight A's." "He always turns his work in on time and is very respectful of his teachers." "He does all of his C-Notes and is never disruptive in class." "He takes his work very seriously and is always focused." And last but not least, "he is extremely organized!"
YASMIN LOTT & MATT SNYDER
Yasmin Lott is 8S AVID Student of the Month. Yasmin is an ideal AVID student. She enters all her classes with a positive attitude and ready to work. Being able to watch her evolve throughout the year has been a real privilege!
Matt Snyder is 8S Tutorial Participant of the month. While Matt brings in great questions, he has earn this honor for the leadership role he has taken in his tutorial group. The questions he asks to help his peers clarify their points of confusion are great. Seeing Matt try to help prompt his peers to stay on task and engage in tutorials the way it is intended to run has been a great asset to our class.
JACKSON BONNETT & NYKO ENGLAND
Jackson and Nyko share a great characteristic: dedication. Their grades have gone up and down over the course of the year; but as true AVID students full of determination, they’ve always pulled ahead. They’re the first to ask me each Thursday to see their weekly IPR grade report and figure out how to improve their grades. 6th grade can be a struggle, but I know they’ll succeed because of their dedication to improve themselves.
7th Grade Star Students
KALFANI MAATUKA
Kalfani Maatuka. He joined AVID at the end of 2nd quarter and has shown tremendous growth. His binder checks continue to improve, and he even had the highest score of our class last week! He comes to tutorials prepared, he participates and takes c-notes in all of his classes.
KAMRYN PETTIGREW
Kamryn Pettigrew is student of the month because she displays positive leadership skills and she always treats others with kindness.
8th Grade Star Students
JAMAL RAINEY
Nominated by his classmates for the following reasons: "He has straight A's." "He always turns his work in on time and is very respectful of his teachers." "He does all of his C-Notes and is never disruptive in class." "He takes his work very seriously and is always focused." And last but not least, "he is extremely organized!"
YASMIN LOTT & MATT SNYDER
Yasmin Lott is 8S AVID Student of the Month. Yasmin is an ideal AVID student. She enters all her classes with a positive attitude and ready to work. Being able to watch her evolve throughout the year has been a real privilege!
Matt Snyder is 8S Tutorial Participant of the month. While Matt brings in great questions, he has earn this honor for the leadership role he has taken in his tutorial group. The questions he asks to help his peers clarify their points of confusion are great. Seeing Matt try to help prompt his peers to stay on task and engage in tutorials the way it is intended to run has been a great asset to our class.
FEBRUARY & MARCH 2012
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Students
BRITTANY ANGLIN
Brittany is a calm, quiet force in the 6th grade AVID girls class. Never flashy, never loud or gregarious, but always prepared for class with materials and a smile. She's a true AVID star, exhibiting AVID class, respect, and individual determination.
DAVON MINOR
Davon is the strong silent type. He's always listening. He's always working. If he misses a day, he gets his missing work. Davon doesn't give up and he leads by example.
7th Grade Star Students
PAYTON THOMPSON
Payton was nominated by her AVID classmates because she has really good grades and she is a great leader. She always comes to class prepared and ready with her work done. She always has her tutorials done and she's ready for binder check each week. Payton loves to participate in class and in tutorials and does a great job.
LISETTE MEZA
Even though she had an arm injury and had a really rough month, she did not let that stop her. She pressed forward and asked for help when she needed and ended 3rd quarter strong!
8th Grade Star Students
KENYA ROBINSON
Kenya is a dedicated student! Her C-notes are done to perfection, her tutorials questions are always very high level, but most impressively of all are her grades across all subjects. She is an excellent student that is individually determined to succeed! She is a leader within the class and often helps her peers stay on task, remember to fill out their assignment notebooks, and even helps them understand and work on homework and classwork assignments.
ANTHONY GIBONEY
Anthony has earned this title as a result of his academic performance and after school commitment to receiving extra help from his teachers. Anthony's ability to maximize his resources and willingness to work hard, is a formula for success!
BRITTANY ANGLIN
Brittany is a calm, quiet force in the 6th grade AVID girls class. Never flashy, never loud or gregarious, but always prepared for class with materials and a smile. She's a true AVID star, exhibiting AVID class, respect, and individual determination.
DAVON MINOR
Davon is the strong silent type. He's always listening. He's always working. If he misses a day, he gets his missing work. Davon doesn't give up and he leads by example.
7th Grade Star Students
PAYTON THOMPSON
Payton was nominated by her AVID classmates because she has really good grades and she is a great leader. She always comes to class prepared and ready with her work done. She always has her tutorials done and she's ready for binder check each week. Payton loves to participate in class and in tutorials and does a great job.
LISETTE MEZA
Even though she had an arm injury and had a really rough month, she did not let that stop her. She pressed forward and asked for help when she needed and ended 3rd quarter strong!
8th Grade Star Students
KENYA ROBINSON
Kenya is a dedicated student! Her C-notes are done to perfection, her tutorials questions are always very high level, but most impressively of all are her grades across all subjects. She is an excellent student that is individually determined to succeed! She is a leader within the class and often helps her peers stay on task, remember to fill out their assignment notebooks, and even helps them understand and work on homework and classwork assignments.
ANTHONY GIBONEY
Anthony has earned this title as a result of his academic performance and after school commitment to receiving extra help from his teachers. Anthony's ability to maximize his resources and willingness to work hard, is a formula for success!
JANUARY 2012
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Student
DEJAH TRAVIS
Dejah is always upbeat, bubbly, and optimistic. She always leads her tutorial group and gets them focused and ready for learning. Her tutorial questions are always ready at the beginning of class, and she's a joy to teach.
JOSH HASSELL
Josh is the 6th grade Boys AVID Student of the Month. Josh’s grade slipped 2nd quarter and he made the decision to work hard and bring it back up. This quarter he has had excellent grades on all of his Binder Checks, and is working diligently in all of this other classes as well.
7th Grade Star Students
SIMON MARCUS
Simon takes feedback well. He has shown progress in AVID with his binder checks and c-notes. Simon is always kind to others and a very hard worker. He cares a great deal about his grades and is willing to put forth the effort to keep them up.
MALLORY PORTER
Mallory Porter, she just joined AVID 3rd quarter and she is soaring in all of her academic classes.
8th Grade Star Students
SETH POPOVICH
Seth Popovich is 8 South's AVID Student of the Month! Throughout second quarter Seth showed a great desire to improve his grades. Seth regularly turned in his work on time, came in for extra help during lunch, and inquired about his progress in his classes on a regular basis. He really demonstrated for his classmates the power of buckling down! I'm extremely proud of him.
DESIRAE SHIRLEY
Desirae has become a true leader and a great example of what a student should be in the classroom. Desirae is always prepared, always does her homework, and is always helping her classmates. She not only leads her peers by example, she has also taken time to tutor and assist many students as well. She helps keep her AVID family on task, and reminds many of them of the expectations of an AVID student on a daily, sometimes hourly basis in class.
DEJAH TRAVIS
Dejah is always upbeat, bubbly, and optimistic. She always leads her tutorial group and gets them focused and ready for learning. Her tutorial questions are always ready at the beginning of class, and she's a joy to teach.
JOSH HASSELL
Josh is the 6th grade Boys AVID Student of the Month. Josh’s grade slipped 2nd quarter and he made the decision to work hard and bring it back up. This quarter he has had excellent grades on all of his Binder Checks, and is working diligently in all of this other classes as well.
7th Grade Star Students
SIMON MARCUS
Simon takes feedback well. He has shown progress in AVID with his binder checks and c-notes. Simon is always kind to others and a very hard worker. He cares a great deal about his grades and is willing to put forth the effort to keep them up.
MALLORY PORTER
Mallory Porter, she just joined AVID 3rd quarter and she is soaring in all of her academic classes.
8th Grade Star Students
SETH POPOVICH
Seth Popovich is 8 South's AVID Student of the Month! Throughout second quarter Seth showed a great desire to improve his grades. Seth regularly turned in his work on time, came in for extra help during lunch, and inquired about his progress in his classes on a regular basis. He really demonstrated for his classmates the power of buckling down! I'm extremely proud of him.
DESIRAE SHIRLEY
Desirae has become a true leader and a great example of what a student should be in the classroom. Desirae is always prepared, always does her homework, and is always helping her classmates. She not only leads her peers by example, she has also taken time to tutor and assist many students as well. She helps keep her AVID family on task, and reminds many of them of the expectations of an AVID student on a daily, sometimes hourly basis in class.
NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2011
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Students
BRIANNA WEST
Brianna is a lovely girl, focused, hard working, never distracted by those gossiping around her. She sets a great example for her peers and shows great leadership in her attitude and behavior.
DWAN PRITCHETT
Dwan was a late addition to AVID this year but you’d never know it. His weekly Binder Check scores are among the highest in the class. He is strongly motivated to do well in all of his classes. His other teachers frequently tell me how well he exemplifies the ideal AVID student. I am glad to have the privilege of teaching him twice a day. Keep up the great work Dwan!
7th Grade Star Students
DEYSI JUAREZ
Deysi is always prepared in her classes and she is a model student. She takes exceptional notes and shows great creativity and dedication when completing projects. Deysi is also within the top 5% of her class each week with her binder check grades.
8th Grade Star Students
CAPRICIA WHITTAKER
Capricia has earned this title through her strong work ethic, positive attitude, and ability to stand out as a leader among her peers. She is never afraid of challenging herself. I often overhear her in class ask her peer NOT to tell her the answers. Pricia sees the value of her education and works towards learning at much as possible while at Franklin. She is a focused and mature young lady that really strives to stay clear of the drama and rise as a leader. Pricia is definitely an asset to the class!.
BRITTANI MATTHEWS
Brittani is one of the most organized students on this planet. Not only is her binder near perfection, but her C-Notes are an ideal example of what a C-Note should be. Brittani always has a positive attitude and always gets the job done with exceptional style. Her grades clearly reflect her dedication to school, and high level thinking.
Franklin AVID Friendly Classroom of the Month
Dave Mast & Natasha Andenmatten
Science
Our wonderful 6th grade Science teachers Dave Mast and Natasha Andenmatten are incredibly AVID friendly. Their IANs (Interactive Notebooks) follow the AVID system of note taking. They teach students how to effectively take C-notes on Science material on a regular basis. They are also friendly to AVID because students are allowed to take C-notes from their IANs for their weekly AVID Binder Check.
Science
Our wonderful 6th grade Science teachers Dave Mast and Natasha Andenmatten are incredibly AVID friendly. Their IANs (Interactive Notebooks) follow the AVID system of note taking. They teach students how to effectively take C-notes on Science material on a regular basis. They are also friendly to AVID because students are allowed to take C-notes from their IANs for their weekly AVID Binder Check.
OCTOBER 2011
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Students
ETHAN POPOVICH
Ethan is a very hard worker. He gets along well with his fellow classmates. He always has a positive attitude and contributes greatly to the classroom.
MONAIJA HARRIS
Put simply, she is awesome: always prepared, asking deep, focused questions during tutorials, and her binder checks are always in order.
7th Grade Star Students
BRITTANY MOORE
She works hard to stay organized and is truly a model student in class. She is focused and asks wonderful questions. She leads by example. She is positive, mature, creative and very driven. She can run tutorials in our classroom- she keeps her group focused, asks great questions and always comes with her TRF completed.
ANTANAYA HOWARD
Antanaya joined AVID towards the end of first quarter and she is showing great progress as an AVID student! She exercises leadership skills and currently has straight A's! She has been a model AVID student and her clear dedication and hard work is a great example to each of her AVID classmates!
8th Grade Star Students
YASMIN LOTT
Ms. Sabbara is so excited to share that Yasmin Lott is 8 South's Student of the Month! Yasmin has EARNED this title through the dedication, focused discipline and positve attitude she has continued to demonstrate this year. Not oly does Yasmin regularly turn in her assignments, but she also always strolls into class and down the halls with a smile on her face. Yasmin is willing to take feedback she is given to empower and improve herself.
JAMAL RAINEY
Jamal is the epitome of sucess. If you were to look up dedicated in the dictionary, there would undoubtedly be a picture of Jamal. Jamal's focus and hard work have clearly paid off. Jamal earns straight As on a regular basis, helps his peers, develops high level tutorial questions, and participates consistently in class with both great questions and in depth answers. His hard work sets a great example for all students.
Franklin AVID Friendly Classroom of the Month
NICOLE JORITZ
English Language Arts
Nicole has taken it upon herself to consult with AVID teachers to help form essential questions to give to her students on expository writing. Not only has she helped them with essential questions on their C-Notes, she has also made herself available regularly to discuss how to support the development of AVID students' ELA skills outside of the ELA class. Last but not least, she has helped integrate ELA skills throughout many core areas as well as within the AVID classroom through the development of reading and writing activities applicable to the AVID student. Thank you for your dedication to all students, including the AVID students and curriculum.
English Language Arts
Nicole has taken it upon herself to consult with AVID teachers to help form essential questions to give to her students on expository writing. Not only has she helped them with essential questions on their C-Notes, she has also made herself available regularly to discuss how to support the development of AVID students' ELA skills outside of the ELA class. Last but not least, she has helped integrate ELA skills throughout many core areas as well as within the AVID classroom through the development of reading and writing activities applicable to the AVID student. Thank you for your dedication to all students, including the AVID students and curriculum.
SEPTEMBER 2011
AVID Students of the Month
6th Grade Star Students
JASMINE JOHNSON
Jasmine is a natural leader in class, keeping others on track, and her C-Notes and assignments are done with thoughtful summaries and responses.
CESAR ALVAREZ
Cesar's binder and attitude are perfect. Cesar has stepped up to the plate and conquered the big scary binder in a very short amount of time. Through his leadership the other sixth graders are sure to conquer it as well.
7th Grade Star Students
CALEB CARR
He is ALWAYS prepared. In his classes he takes c-notes and participates. He is willing to help other students and he works very hard. He does all of these things without being reminded, which demonstrates what AVID is all about: INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION.
ARYSSA HARRIS
She has STRAIGHT A's!!!!! She's GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRREEEEAAT! She clearly has dedicated herself to school and her hard work has paid off. Aryssa is always prepared for class with resources, notes, and her spectacular organization is a great example for all students.
8th Grade Star Students
ALYSSA ADAMS
Alyssa is a S.W.A.G. (Student Who Achieves Goals). She asks phenomenal questions in all of her classes, is a leader in collaborative activities both in AVID and her other classes. Alyssa does what she needs to do without hesitation and excels in each and every one of her classes. She is determined to succeed and her grades and positive attitude reflect it!
DEFFA BARRIO
Deffa is a true leader in and out of the classroom. Her commitment to her education is evident on a regular basis as she works hard to complete her assignments on time, regularly participate in class, and use her resources when she is struggling. Deffa comes into school with a positive and open attitude. She maintains positive relationships with her teachers and peers, while always trying to find areas she can grow in. Deffa's grades in the classroom, and reputation out of the classroom, definitely make her 8 South's AVID student of the month!
JASMINE JOHNSON
Jasmine is a natural leader in class, keeping others on track, and her C-Notes and assignments are done with thoughtful summaries and responses.
CESAR ALVAREZ
Cesar's binder and attitude are perfect. Cesar has stepped up to the plate and conquered the big scary binder in a very short amount of time. Through his leadership the other sixth graders are sure to conquer it as well.
7th Grade Star Students
CALEB CARR
He is ALWAYS prepared. In his classes he takes c-notes and participates. He is willing to help other students and he works very hard. He does all of these things without being reminded, which demonstrates what AVID is all about: INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION.
ARYSSA HARRIS
She has STRAIGHT A's!!!!! She's GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRREEEEAAT! She clearly has dedicated herself to school and her hard work has paid off. Aryssa is always prepared for class with resources, notes, and her spectacular organization is a great example for all students.
8th Grade Star Students
ALYSSA ADAMS
Alyssa is a S.W.A.G. (Student Who Achieves Goals). She asks phenomenal questions in all of her classes, is a leader in collaborative activities both in AVID and her other classes. Alyssa does what she needs to do without hesitation and excels in each and every one of her classes. She is determined to succeed and her grades and positive attitude reflect it!
DEFFA BARRIO
Deffa is a true leader in and out of the classroom. Her commitment to her education is evident on a regular basis as she works hard to complete her assignments on time, regularly participate in class, and use her resources when she is struggling. Deffa comes into school with a positive and open attitude. She maintains positive relationships with her teachers and peers, while always trying to find areas she can grow in. Deffa's grades in the classroom, and reputation out of the classroom, definitely make her 8 South's AVID student of the month!
Franklin AVID Friendly Classroom of the Month
RACHEL NODINE
Science
Congratulations Rachel Nodine from the 7South team. Rachel utilizes AVID strategies in her classroom every day. Not only do her students take C-Notes in science class, but they are challenged to think critically on a regular basis. With collaborative investigations and the "Parking Lot" students are developing higher level questioning strategies. Way to prepare them for a society in which they must think critically and solve problems every day!
Science
Congratulations Rachel Nodine from the 7South team. Rachel utilizes AVID strategies in her classroom every day. Not only do her students take C-Notes in science class, but they are challenged to think critically on a regular basis. With collaborative investigations and the "Parking Lot" students are developing higher level questioning strategies. Way to prepare them for a society in which they must think critically and solve problems every day!
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