At Baldivis Secondary College, our purpose as a community is to ensure that all students achieve personal success in their learning and become responsible and productive citizens. Baldivis Secondary College is founded on the basic principle of respect. Respect underpins each initiative and interaction within our community.
Apart from respect, the pillars upon which we build our culture are:
- Excellence
- Knowledge
- Integrity, and
- Unity
What is AVID?
- AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is an internationally recognised teaching and learning framework designed to prepare students for success in school and universities.
- AVID is best explained as an instructional support system for students that is built upon the philosophy that “effort creates ability” and that if we hold students accountable to the highest standards and provide academic and social support, they will rise to the challenge.
- The AVID curriculum focuses on developing the study skills and academic skills necessary for success in high school and beyond.
- The AVID program offers skill development, career building, personal mentoring, and group tutoring.
What is WICOR?
WICOR, which incorporates teaching and learning methodologies in the following critical areas:
- Writing
- Inquiry
- Collaboration
- Organisation, and
- Reading
At Baldivis Secondary College, we use the WICOR framework to teach our students the broad range of skills and attitudes necessary to successfully pursue their individual pathways.
What is the AVID Elective?
A selective program that consists of students that display the work ethic, attitude, aspiration and determination to succeed at high school and beyond. The program is founded on the belief that effort = ability and thus is based more on the process that leads to success (effort) rather than the result (ability).
Successful students spend two periods a week accessing strategies that improve their:
- Writing Skills
- Inquiry Skills
- Collaborative Skills
- Organisational Skills
- Reading Skills
Students have access to additional pastoral care to support the transition from primary school to secondary school.
Students are taught by teachers skilled in:
- AVID Methodologies
- Classroom Management Strategies
- Behaviour Management
- Instructional Strategies and Skills
- Building relationships based on trust and respect
Students participate in Collaborative Study Groups
Students receive support from University Tutors
What will I do in an AVID Class?
- Skill Development: You will practice skills such as note taking, organization, time management, and test taking. You will also improve academic skills in the following areas: reading, writing, public speaking, and critical thinking.
- University Preparatory Activities: You will learn about a variety of tertiary options through guest speakers, field trips, and research. You will also learn about the requirements for getting into post secondary courses.
- Personal Mentoring: Your AVID teacher will monitor your progress and help you set future goals at individual conferences. Your AVID teacher will also communicate with your other teachers and act as an advocate on your behalf.
- Tutoring: Once per week, you will work in tutorial groups with a college or student-trained tutor to go over difficult material and study for tests.
- Career Building: You will explore career options through research to determine what education level is required for specific careers. Regular guest speakers will share their professional experiences and careers with the class.
- Classroom Community: You will participate in many community building activities with your classmates, where hopefully, you will build strong relationships and learn to trust each other. You will have the opportunity to improve your interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
How to Apply
Click Here for the Year 7 AVID Application Form. Due Friday, 24 June 2022.
Click Here for further information.