AVID Overview

The AVID elective is designed to prepare students for success on a college/career-bound path. In this class, students develop essential skills such as effective note-taking, essay writing, critical reading, public speaking, collaboration, and organization. These skills are not only practiced in AVID but are also transferable to other classes and designed to prepare for real-life situations. 

• College and Career Investigations

• Organization and Time Management

• Study Strategies

• Essay Writing and Research

• Tutorials

• Focused Note Taking

• Standardized Test Prep

• Academic Language Development

• Personal Development (Goal setting, public speaking)

AVID Overview
Learn more about what happens in a typical week in an AVID elective class:

• Focused AVID Curriculum Days

  • Activities include:

    • Reading, writing, and study skills instruction

    • Emphasis on organization, collaboration, inquiry, and reflection (WICOR)

• Tutorial Days

  • Students work in small groups to:

    • Discuss and solve problems from other classes

    • Practice collaborative learning and critical thinking

• College and Career Exploration

  • Examples:

    • Guest speakers

    • Field trips

AVID tutorials are a key part of the AVID elective class, helping students succeed in their most challenging subjects. 

Here’s how they work:

How Tutorials Help Your Student

• Support in Tough Subjects:
  Students bring specific questions or problems from their classes (like math, science, or English) to get help.

• Small Group Collaboration:
  Students work in small groups with peers and a trained AVID tutor to solve problems together.

• Focus on Critical Thinking:
  Instead of giving answers, tutors guide students to think critically and ask questions to find the solution.

Building Key Skills

AVID tutorials develop essential skills your student will use for life:

• Writing: Summarizing what they learn.

• Inquiry: Asking and answering questions.

• Collaboration: Working effectively with others.

• Organization: Preparing and staying on track.

• Reading: Understanding complex material.

Why It Matters

• Boosts confidence in tough subjects.

• Builds teamwork and communication skills.

• Prepares students to solve problems independently.

In AVID, WICOR stands for:

• Writing

  • Developing skills like note-taking, summarizing, and written communication.

• Inquiry

  • Encouraging students to ask and answer high-level, thoughtful questions.

• Collaboration

  • Promoting teamwork and learning through group activities and discussions.

• Organization

  • Teaching strategies like time management, goal setting, and keeping materials organized.

• Reading

  • Strengthening reading comprehension and critical analysis skills across all subjects.

These strategies are the foundation of AVID and help students succeed academically while preparing for college and career success.

AVID Elective vs. AVID Schoolwide Approach

AVID Elective

• Target Group: Students who want to succeed in rigorous courses.

• Focus: Personalized support with tutorials, study skills, and college prep.

• Curriculum: WICOR strategies (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, Reading) for academic success.

• Support: Small group tutorials, college/career exploration, and leadership development.

AVID Schoolwide Approach

• Target Group: All students in the school.

• Focus: Integrating AVID strategies across all classrooms to improve student success.

• Curriculum: Teachers use WICOR strategies to enhance learning in every subject.

• Schoolwide Impact: Fosters a culture of high expectations and academic achievement for everyone.