AVID Weekly

Aligned with Standards

1. 1. • AVID Weekly is carefully designed to support academic standards, offering content that helps students meet both state and national benchmarks in reading, writing, and critical thinking. It’s an excellent tool for ensuring students are prepared for college and career readiness.

Engaging, Relevant Content

1. 1. • The articles cover a wide range of topics, from current events to academic subjects, providing students with real-world connections that spark interest and engagement. This variety helps maintain students' attention while exposing them to diverse perspectives and subjects.

Builds Critical Thinking Skills

1. 1. • AVID Weekly encourages students to think critically about what they read. Through discussion questions, writing prompts, and analytical tools, students develop the ability to assess, question, and connect information—skills essential for academic success and lifelong learning.

Enhances Vocabulary and Writing Skills

1. 1. • The resource provides opportunities for students to expand their vocabulary and practice writing in response to thoughtful prompts. By analyzing new vocabulary and incorporating it into their own writing, students build confidence and proficiency in language arts.

Promotes College Readiness

1. 1. • The articles and activities in AVID Weekly foster skills that are crucial for success in college, such as reading comprehension, writing proficiency, and independent thought. These are core elements of the AVID program, which is designed to help students prepare for higher education.

Flexible for Differentiated Learning

1. 1. • AVID Weekly can be used in a variety of ways to meet the needs of diverse learners. Whether it’s reading comprehension, group discussions, or writing activities, the flexibility of the resource allows it to be tailored to different learning styles and abilities.

Saves Time and Provides Structure

1. 1. • With its ready-to-use articles, questions, and activities, AVID Weekly saves teachers valuable time in planning lessons. The structure is designed to be easily integrated into weekly routines, giving teachers a consistent resource for building skills throughout the year.

Supports Independent Learning

1. 1. • By incorporating AVID Weekly in both individual and group settings, students have the chance to take ownership of their learning. Whether assigned as independent reading or collaborative projects, the resource encourages students to explore, analyze, and reflect on new ideas independently.

Fosters a Growth Mindset

1. 1. • The interactive nature of AVID Weekly encourages students to continuously improve. With regular exposure to thought-provoking content and activities that challenge them to think deeply, students develop a growth mindset, understanding that learning is an ongoing process.

Helps Prepare for Standardized Testing

1. 1. • The reading comprehension exercises, writing prompts, and critical thinking strategies used in AVID Weekly are excellent preparation for standardized tests. Students are exposed to diverse formats and questions that mirror what they may encounter in assessments, giving them the tools to succeed.