Winter 2010 Session Starts on November 30, 2009

The Winter 2010 classes will start on November 30, 2009.  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 2010 (November 30, 2009 - February 20, 2010)

Avid Academy for Gifted Youth offers the following Math & Physics Olympiad training programs for the 2009-2010 academic year:

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 15, 2009 for existing students and November 25, 2009 for new students.  To register, download the 2009-2010 Math Olympiad and Problem Solving Training Program Registration Form.  For more information about the program, download the 2009-2010 Math Olympiad and Physics Olympiad Training Program Overview or contact us at (949) 725-2200, Monday - Friday from 9:30 AM - 4:00 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 Concordia University, Irvine (ask the university guard for specific class locations and directions).

Winter 2010 Session Calendar (November 30, 2009 - February 20, 2010)

The classes meet on the following days:

Special Holidays:

• December 21, 2009 - January 3, 2010: Christmas and New Year Break

The training programs are organized into three ten-week sessions:

• Fall Session: September 12, 2009 - November 20, 2009
• Winter Session: November 30, 2009 - February 20, 2010
• Spring Session: March 1, 2010 - May 15, 2010

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.

Homework Assignments

For classes that meet 1.5 hours per week, we expect students to spend about one hour on homework assignments.  For classes that meet 2 hours per week, we expect students to spend 1.5 - 2 hours per week.  We also assign optional homework to challenge the bright and eager students.  Homeworks are graded and selected homework solutions are available when homework is returned.  Unable to complete homework ontime regularily will lead to dismisal from the program.

Tuitions, Fees and Scholarships

Tuitions

Tuitions are based on sessions.  Each class consists of three sessions: Fall 2009, Winter 2010, and Spring 2010.  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.