AVID WORKSHOP

Length/Credit(s): 2 semester / 1.0 EL credit

Grade(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite(s): Application and interview required

AVID is a 4-year elective class for students who are capable of completing a college preparatory path with support and are not realizing their full potential academically. Criteria considered includes: GPA (2.0-3.5), good attendance, desire and determination, first in the family to attend college, historically underrepresented in 4-year colleges/universities, economically disadvantaged, and other special circumstances. The AVID curriculum, based on rigorous standards, was developed by middle and senior high school teachers in collaboration with college professors. It develops skills in writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization and reading. Forty percent of a student’s time in an AVID elective class will be spent in collaborative tutorial groups that are led by trained AVID tutors. Students will engage in class-level and cross-level team builders, visit college campuses, listen to guest speakers, and participate in community service projects.

To apply for AVID, please click this Link and fill out the application!

*You will need to apply every year during course selection to join AVID for your next year. 

AVID 9 WORKSHOP – E9091 & E9092

Strong focus on overall academic success, organization, note taking, study habits and goals. AVID curriculum is centered on Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization and Reading (WICOR)

AVID 10 WORKSHOP – E9101 & E9102

Builds on 9th grade curriculum and begins preparing students for standardized college entrance tests like SAT/ACT. Students continue to cultivate academic skills in preparation to take rigorous, AP classes. 

AVID 11 WORKSHOP – E9111 & E9112

In addition to deep academic support, students learn about the FAFSA process, research colleges, write a personal statement and resume and engage in career research. 

AVID 12 WORKSHOP – E9121 & E9122

Culmination of support in the college application process, the FAFSA, scholarships and continued academic achievement. 

AVID PEER TUTOR – E3121 & E3122

Length/Credit(s): 2 semester / 1.0 EL credit

Grade(s): 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): Application required, 2.0 GPA previous semester, seniors must have met all essential skills and be on track to graduate

An application to be considered for the position of AVID Peer Tutor can be found in the counseling office. Selections are made on a competitive basis and we consider a variety of factors including overall academic achievement, attendance, and teacher recommendations. AVID Peer Tutors who are selected will be assigned to a specific class period and therefore must have an opening for an elective class each semester during the 11th or 12th grade year. AVID Peer Tutor is a 1.0 elective credit course. AVID Peer Tutors must attend 6 hours of initial training, and 6 hours of follow-up training throughout the school year.

If you want to apply to be an AVID Peer Tutor, fill out the application linked here.