This nine weeks in my class...

AVID students will learn the basis of organization in keeping their AVID binders. The students will improve on their note taking skills by learning the Cornell Notes system. The AVID students are privileged to have guest speakers on Fridays coupled with opportunities to visit several institutions of higher learning. We will also have the opportunity to visit other facilities around San Antonio to learn about career opportunities. Students are working on Avid Essay and the current Avid project of researching a famous person.

This Nine Weeks' Homework:
Read for 30 minutes every night. Complete journals.

Upcoming Tests:
Testing skills, study skills, & note taking skills

Daily Conference Time: 1:30-2:30

School(s) Attended:

Texas Woman's University

University of Texas at San Antonio

Southwest Texas State University

San Antonio College


Degree(s):

Bachelor of Science


Teaching Philosophy:
Philosophy - To instill in each student the love of reading for pleasure, information and a lifetime of learning.

Ms. M. Scoggins
AVID, 8th Grade