Freshmen Success

(9th Grade) Academy

JAMES CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL
COURSE OUTLINE AND EXPECTATIONS
Advancement Via Individual Determination
(College Prep Skills Grade 9)
July 30, 2015- May 26, 2016
Instructor:
Room:
Class Phone:
E-mail:
Website:

Mr. David Tanabe

P-2
(808) 305-3792
david_tanabe@notes.k12.hi.us or
david.tanabe@campbell.k12.hi.us
http://jchsavid2015tanabe.weebly.com/

FRESHMEN SUCCESS ACADEMY MISSION STATEMENT AND CORE VALUES

James Campbell High School exists to develop leaders who will realize their individual goals
and aspirations; possess the attitudes, knowledge and skills necessary to contribute positively
and compete in a global society; exercise the rights and responsibilities of citizenship; and
pursue post-secondary education and careers without the need for remediation.
The Freshmen Success (9th Grade) Academy exists to educate 9th grade-level students by
providing students with the foundation and support to successfully complete high school and
pursue post-secondary opportunities.
We value each person as a unique individual. We also value respect, responsibility and selfmanagement.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
AVID's mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness
and success in a global society.
AVID is an approved elective course taken during the school day. Students are selected to
enroll in an AVID class after an application process. For one class period a day, they learn
organizational and study skills, work on critical thinking and asking probing questions, get
academic help from peers and college tutors, and participate in enrichment and motivational
activities that make college seem attainable. Students enrolled in AVID are typically required
to enroll in at least one of their school's toughest classes, such as honors or Advanced
Placement, in addition to the AVID elective. As students progress in AVID, their self-images
improve, and they become academically successful leaders and role models for other students.
The AVID curriculum, based on rigorous standards, was developed by middle and senior high
school teachers in collaboration with college professors. It is driven by the WICOR method,
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which stands for writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization and reading. AVID curriculum is
used in AVID elective classes and in content-area classes in AVID schools. (avidonline.org)
TEXTS:
College and Careers
Preparing for College
High School Writing
Strategies for Success
Tutorial Support Curriculum
AVID College Readiness: Working with Sources
Implementing and Managing the AVID Program
Critical Reading: Deep Reading Strategies for Expository Texts
SUPPLEMENTAL WEBSITES:
AVID online (official AVID program info): www.avidonline.org
AVID Weekly (reading materials and current events): www.avidweekly.org
AVID Test Prep: www.avidtestprep.org
Campbell High School Website: www.campbellhigh.org
College Board (SAT, AP) www.collegeboard.com
Common Application (for college): www.commonapp.org
Fastweb (scholarship database): www.fastweb.com
Free Application for Federal Student Aid: www.fafsa.ed.gov
Naviance (for PTP credit required for graduation): www.connection.naviance.com/campbellhi
*Class assignments shared on Google calendar
TECHNOLOGY AND INTERNET ACCESS:
A variety of resources on the internet will support your learning in this course. You are
expected to make full use of these resources, login in frequently and check for updates. If you
do not have access to a computer or internet, a Campbell High School laptop will be available
for your use during school hours. The internet acceptable use policy is outlined in the student
planner. Any user who does not comply with the Internet Use Policies and Guidelines will lose
network privileges for a period of not less than one week.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
In the AVID elective, meeting one period a day, students learn organizational and study skills,
work on critical thinking and asking probing questions, get academic help from peers and
college tutors, and participate in enrichment and motivational activities that make college
seem attainable. They become academically successful leaders and role models for other
students.
In preparation for college admissions and rigorous coursework, students will:
*maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA
*maintain an organized binder with Cornell notes and learning logs for each class
*participate appropriately in tutorial sessions
*complete all assignments, especially college and scholarship applications
*become involved in extracurricular activities and community service
*be a good role model for other students (Chapter 19 violations)
Failure to meet any of the above may result in release from the AVID program.
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SUPPLIES TO HAVE AT ALL TIMES:

*2 inch binder
*pencil pouch
*pens (black/blue)
*2 highlighters
*number 2 pencils
*expo markers
*flash drive
*dividers and paper or notebooks for each class
*mini stapler (optional)
CLASSROOM COMMUNITY
We will be building an effective learning family that will allow us to explore a variety of
materials and ideas this year. The goal of our class will be to create a successful community of
which we are all active members. Everyone will bring their own experiences and views to
share, learning from one another as we move towards understanding more about the world
and ourselves. In order to create this safe community of inquiry, we will each be expected to
follow OHANA rules:

ALOHA:
o We respect and care for each other as equals.
o Listening to everyone and allowing all the opportunity to be heard.
o Maintaining an intellectually safe environment.
Intellectually safe means all participants of the community feel free to
ask virtually any question or state any view (related to the topic) so long
as respect for all peers is honored.
MLAMALAMA
o The classroom is a place of learning for all members (teachers included).
o We are here to challenge ourselves to shine lights into the darkness.
KULEANA
o Each member of the class is responsible for themselves and the group.
o We try our best and take pride in our work.
KINAOLE
o Flawlessness.
o The traditional definition is: Doing the right thing, in the right way, at the right
time, in the right place, to the right person, for the right reason, with the right
feeling, the first time.

This course relies on each of you to participate in all aspects of the course (discussion,
reflection, responses, etc). You are expected to take a proactive role in your learning,
asking for help or clarification at any time.

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DRESS TOP POLICY:

As per school policy, students shall wear their dress tops and ID daily.
College shirts may be worn as per school policy.
1st Violation
Warning and send down to front office to purchase or borrow shirt.
2nd Violation
Call parent and send down to front office to purchase shirt.
rd
3 Violation:
Call parent and Send down to front office to purchase shirt.
Referral to VP (disciplinary action)
ATTENDANCE PROCEDURES:
Punctual attendance in every class session is required.
Classroom attendance is not left to the discretion of the student. It is understood that a
student will be present in class except for legitimate reasons. Explanations for tardiness or
absences are expected immediately after returning. Tardiness and unexcused absences will be
recorded. The attendance and tardy policy is detailed in the student planner.

Parents are to notify the Attendance Clerk of absences by a telephone call or by written
note within two days upon the students return to school. The telephone number is 3053600.

An absence without a written note or telephone call within two (2) school days will be
regarded as an unexcused absence.

Absences of more than three (3) days require a note from a doctor/dentist/court.

Tardy students will not be admitted to class without a valid pass. Chronic tardiness will
result in After School Detention, Saturday School Detention, or Suspension.

Multiple unexcused absences and/or excessive tardiness may result in release from the
AVID program.
PLAGIARISM:
Plagiarism is academic dishonesty stealing and cheating. Plagiarism is the inappropriate use
of someone elses written work. For example:
1) copying someone elses ideas and answers on a test or quiz
2) giving or receiving information on exams outside the classroom
3) directly copying answers from a text. You must cite you sources
Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Evidence of plagiarism will result in a zero for that
assignment and, depending on the weight of the assignment in the final grade, probable
failure of the course, and may result in release from the AVID program.
LATE WORK:
Make every effort to turn work in on time! I cannot stress this enough. Scholarship and college
deadlines are firm, and will not be accepted by the agency or college after the deadline. Late
work will be penalized and will not be eligible for grades higher than 3.0 on the 4.0 scale
below.
Failure to complete major assignments such as college and scholarship applications may
result in release from the AVID program.
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GRADING:
Your Final Grade in this class will be determined as follows:
20% - Writing Assignments including essays and senior project paper
20% - Inquiry Assignments including Tutorial Participation and Reflection
20% - Collaborative Assignments including projects
20% - Organization including Binder Checks
20% - Reading Assignments
The grading scale will be in accordance with the JCHS standards:
Letter Grade
Scale
Standard Measure
A
4.0 to 3.5
Exceeds the Standard
B
3.49 to 3.0
Meets the Standard
C
2.9 to 2.0
Approaches the Standard
F
1.9 and Below
Well-Below/Not Met Standard
GRADES WILL NOT BE ROUNDED!!!!

These polices are subject to amendment by JCHS administration, Grade level counselors, AVID
department, or Mr. Tanabe as may be required during the term.

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AVID PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

1.0

Students will develop strategies to identify and fulfill personal and academic
goals.

2.0

Students will develop strategies to ensure academic success in core studies

required for entrance to four-year colleges and universities.

3.0

Students will develop proficiency in Writing to Learn across the curriculum.

4.0

Students will develop college awareness within a school wide college-going culture
so they have the opportunity to be ready for the application process for a 4 year
college or university.

5.0

Students will be proficient in using The Writing Process in core classes in order
to write clear, coherent, and focused essays that exhibit awareness of audience
and purpose and contain formal introductions, bodies of supporting evidence and
conclusions.

6.0

Students will develop cross-curricular reading skills.

6.1

Students will develop cross-curricular reading skills through using their knowledge
of word origins and word relationships as well as historical and literary context
clues to determine the meaning of specialized vocabulary.

6.2

Students are able to identify and analyze the basic facts and ideas in informational
materials.

6.3

Students are able to analyze multi-cultural works of literary merit.

7.0

Students are able to evaluate the content of oral communications and deliver
focused, coherent presentations that convey a clear interpretation of ideas and unity
in relation to purpose and audience.

8.0

Students become proficient in the mathematical skills & concepts that prepare
them for the rigorous courses required for admission to four-year colleges and
universities.

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Return by: Friday, August 7, 2015

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STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
I have reviewed and understand the syllabus for Mr. Tanabes AVID class:

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Student Printed Name

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Student Signature

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Date

PARENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
I have reviewed and understand the syllabus for Mr. Tanabes AVID class:

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Parent/Guardian Printed Name

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Relationship to Student

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Parent/Guardian Signature

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Date

Parents/Guardians,
Please provide the best possible contact information for me to reach you.

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Email address

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Phone Number

COMMENTS/ CONCERNS:

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