AVID is an elective course offered for all grade levels. In AVID, students learn organizational and study skills, work on their critical thinking and questioning skills, get academic help from peers and college tutors, and participate in enrichment and motivational activities that help prepare them to be successful in college. The AVID program targets students in the academic middle who have a strong desire to attend college and the willingness to work hard and receive the appropriate support.

• teaches academic skills not targeted in core classes.

• provides intensive support with in-class study sessions.

• builds strong rapport and positive student-teacher relationships.

• accelerates underachieving students into more rigorous courses.

• creates a positive peer group for students.

• develops a sense of hope for personal achievement gained through hard work and determination.