Winter 2009 Session Starts on December 1, 2008

The Winter 2009 classes will start on December 1, 2008.  We accept new students on a rolling enrollment basis.  Interested students should contact us to schedule a qualifying exam.  Please click on the "Book Now" button to schedule a FREE qualifying exam or consultation session regarding class placement.

List of Classes for Winter 2009 (December 1, 2008 - February 21, 2009)

Avid Academy for Gifted Youth offers the following Math & Physics Olympiad training programs for the 2008-2009 academic year:

code	program title	grades	co-requirement
F110	Introductory Problem Solving	3 - 4	Qualifying Exam
F120	Intermediate Problem Solving	4 - 5	4th or 5th grade GATE program
F130	Advanced Problem Solving	5 - 6	5th or 6th grade GATE program
E120	Honors Algebra Problem Solving	7 - 8	Algebra
E130	Honors Geometry Problem Solving	8 - 9	Geometry
E210	Introdutory Math Competitions	6 - 7	Qualifying Exam
E220	Intermediate Math Competitions	7 - 8	Qualifying Exam
E230	Advanced Math Competitions	7 - 8	Qualifying Exam
G110	Honors Algebra II Problem Solving	9 - 10	Algebra II
G210	Introductory Math Olympiad (AMC10/12)	9 - 11	Qualifying Exam
G230	Advanced Math Olympiad (AIME)	9 - 11	Qualifying Exam
N220	Intermediate Physics Olympiad	9 - 11	Qualifying Exam

Qualification

The Math Olympiad Training classes are extra-curricular programs designed to fill in the gaps, expand scope, and add depth to the study of mathematics.  The requirements for each program specify the subject course that the students should have either completed or will be taking it concurrently at schools.  Exceptions may be granted on a case-by-case basis for qualified students.  Some programs require a qualifying exam before a student can be registered.  Please email us at info@AvidAcademy.com or call us at (949) 725-2200 to make an appointment for taking the qualifying exam.

Registration

The registration deadline is November 21, 2008 for existing students and November 26, 2008 for new students.  To register, download the 2008-2009 Math Olympiad and Problem Solving Training Program Registration Form.  For tuition, materials fees, and textbook information, please contact us at (949) 725-2200, Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM.

Schedule and Location

The following classes will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at UCI University Plaza, 4199 Campus Drive, Suite 550, Irvine and on Saturdays at Room GH121 Concordia University, Irvine.

Winter 2009 Session Calendar (December 1, 2008 - February 21, 2009)

The classes meet on the following days:

Special Holidays:

• December 22, 2008 - January 4, 2009: Christmas Break

• Fall Session: September 8, 2008 - November 15, 2008
• Winter Session: December 1, 2008 - February 21, 2009
• Spring Session: March 2, 2009 - May 23, 2009

Avid Academy reserves the right to cancel any classes with insufficient enrollment. 

Customized Coach Programs:

Customized coaching with private, semi-private, and quartet settings are available upon request.  Email us at info@AvidAcademy.com to discuss your goals.

Tuitions, Fees and Scholarships

Tuitions

Tuitions are based on sessions.  Each class consists of three sessions: Fall 2008, Winter 2009, and Spring 2009.  Each session offers a total of 15 - 20 hours of instruction.  Classes meet once a week for ten weeks.  Tuitions vary based on the length and location of each program.  Email us at info@AvidAcademy.com for more details.  

A limited number of need-based scholarships may be available to qualified students.  To be considered for a need-based scholarship, please send a copy of your most recent tax return form to Avid Academy, 4199 Campus Drive, Suite 550, Irvine, CA 92612.

Materials

The materials fees cover the costs of math contest participation fees, classroom handouts, problem sets, and other instructional materials.

Problem Solving Textbook

Some of the programs may require textbooks.  Problem solving textbook prices range from $25.00 - $55.00 depending on training programs.  Textbook fees are not a part of the tuition or materials fees.  Students can purchase the textbook either from Avid Academy or from respective vendors directly.  In most cases, one textbook will be used for all three sessions throughout the entire academic year.

Locations

Concordia University, Irvine

All Saturday classes meet at Concordia University, Irvine.

Concordia University 1530 Concordia Irvine, CA 92612-3203 Driving Directions to Concordia University

UCI University Plaza, Irvine

All weekday classes meet at UCI University Tower, Irvine.