AVID Secondary

  • AVID AVID logo Mission

    Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) - mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.

    AVID Overview

    AVID is a regularly scheduled elective class that prepares students with high academic potential for success in college.

    An AVID Student...

    • Has desire and determination
    • Wants to be challenged in school with support
    • Might be the first person in their family to go to college one day
    • Might be learning English as a second language
    • May desire an “AVID Family” support system
    • Could benefit from guidance at school to become college-ready 

    What are AVID student expectations?

    AVID students are expected to enroll in rigorous college preparatory classes, maintain an absolute minimum of a “C” average, and be leaders on their campus.

    What happens in the AVID Elective class?

    • AVID students are supported in high-level academic skills in writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, reading and academic behaviors.
    • Students are equipped with skills such as note taking, studying, test-taking, and goal setting.
    • Students receive academic support from college-age tutors through collaborative groups and are motivated to pursue academic excellence through cultural and college field trips, classroom guest speakers, and AVID team building.
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