Is AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination) for YOU?

What is AVID?

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

What are AVID student expectations?

AVID students are expected to maintain a “B” average in the majority of their classes, to study on a nightly basis, and to enroll in college preparatory classes (honors, AP). The AVID student’s goal is to enroll in a four-year university.

What are AVID parent/guardian expectations?

AVID parents/guardians are expected to encourage their students to achieve academically, to maintain regular contact with the site AVID coordinator and to be supportive of the activities of the AVID program.

What happens in the AVID program?

A typical week in the AVID elective:

What makes AVID special?

• Field Trips to: College Campuses and The National College Fair
• Special Guest Speakers: world travelers and inspirational Stories
• AVID Laptop available for borrow to only AVID students
• Your AVID Elective Teacher will loop with you from grade 9-12 to serve you as an “Academic Coach” and guide your progress toward college
• Tutoring and Mentoring programs for AVID students to help you with difficult subjects and have another teacher in the building looking out for your best interests!
• In-class time to work on everything college: SAT Prep, College Essays, Scholarships!

How do you recognize an AVID student?

The AVID student carries a notebook, takes notes in all classes, is prepared for class, is a positive role model for others, and is “on-track” for college.

What are AVID results

• 90% of 15,000 AVID High School seniors have enrolled in a four-year college.
• 95% of AVID’s low-income graduates go to college, 77% to four-year colleges. The national average for low-income students going on to a four-year college is 35%