AVID stands for Advancement via Individual Determination, and is an elective course we offer for 7th, 9th and 10th graders. 

AVID is a career and college readiness program that prepares students to be future-ready with important skills that are useful in middle, high school, college and job training programs. The core component of the AVID program is the AVID Elective class. 

AVID Elective scholars will:

• Be part of a safe and supportive classroom 

• Learn academic skills needed to be successful in classes, jobs, and in life, including study skills, note-taking skills, critical reading skills, communication, time management, and organization

• Have exposure to post-secondary opportunities (career fairs, guest speakers, college visits)

• Attend fun field trips

• Receive mentorship opportunities catered towards scholars’ needs and interests 

AVID Elective Scholars:

• Show initiative in their education

• Want to improve their education skills, and would like support to do so

• Show engagement through learning activities

• Earn grades at a standard of 2.0 or higher

• Are ready and open to learning, and engage in learning new academic skills