I take a course that is a college and preparation skills class, called AVID. AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. In AVID, you learn study skills, test-taking skills, and note-taking skills. You participate in motivational, enrichment, and academic activities that will increase your academic and social growth. Before AVID, my binder was a mess and I could no€™t find my homework. I thought that AVID could help me be organized and that is why I joined.

The first year I took AVID was 7th grade. During that year, I got to know the basics of what AVID is. When I had my first practice tutorial, I was lost, but I eventually got the hang of it. In tutorials, you have tutors to guide you to find the answer. The tutors do not give you the answer. The tutors are there to help you understand what you need to do in order to pass your classes. I continued AVID in the 8th grade, and I knew what was expected. Those expectations were completing homework on time, participating, improving communication skills, trying to be a organized and successful person, learning to take good Cornell notes, etc… AVID has helped me get organized so I can find my papers quickly.

I like AVID tutorials because it is always good to ask questions when you need help. I really enjoy taking AVID because it makes me be a successful and organized person. I like having binder checks because I want my binder to be more organized. I also like it when they check our materials for class so that if I am missing any materials, I can remember to bring it to class so that I am prepared.

Now, I am taking my third year in AVID. I went on the Aiea Loop Trail Hike with my class. On the hike, I learned to be persistent and persevere. When setting a goal, you should tell yourself that you can do it, so you have confidence. I also experienced that some hikes are smooth and some are rocky. And this is what life is all about!