University City High School A.V.I.D.
(Currently INACTIVE)
Basic Information
Description of the Organization and Responsibilities
UCSD students will actively mentor and tutor underrepresented students in the AVID class at University City High School. All students will be the first in their families to attend college and come from diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. UCSD Students will work with small groups of students to guide their learning and understanding of rigorous subject matter, especially in math and science. Students will also mentor students on their path to four year university admission. Must be motivated, responsible, and enthusiastic about higher education.
Age(s) of Participants
Grades 9 -12 (ages are about 14 to 18 years old).
Research Availability
To be determined; depends on school hours.
Orientation Requirement
Orientation will be done by either phone or email.
Check-in Procedure
Students check in at the front office. Pick up a badge and proceed to Room 225.
Dress Code
Casual, neat attire appropriate for a school setting.
Testing Requirements
(1) Letter of clearance from the HDP Field Research Coordinator
(2) TB Test
Other Requirements
Confidentiality must be observed at all times.
Contact Information
Site Mentor
Brian Compagnone (bcompagnone@sandi.net)
Phone Number
858-457-3040 x237
Website
http://www.sandi.net/universitycity
Location
6949 Genesse Ave. San Diego, CA 92122