• AVID

     

    AVID, which stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination, is a nonprofit college-readiness program designed to help students develop the skills they need to be successful in college. The program places special emphasis on growing writing, critical thinking, teamwork, organization and reading skills.

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    AVID Tutors: 

    The AVID tutors will be on campus three days a week for tutorials, organization checks, enrichment, and staying connected! AVID

     

    Learning Outcomes:

    Student Agency:

    • Student Empowerment

    • Leadership of Others

    Rigorous Academic Preparedness:

    • Writing

    • Inquiry

    • Collaboration

    • Organization

    • Reading

    Opportunity Knowledge:

    • Advancing College Preparedness

    • Building Career Knowledge

    7th Grade AVID Elective Class

    Course Description ─

    Major Concepts/Content: Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is an academic elective course that prepares students for college readiness and success, and it is scheduled during the regular school day as a year-long course. Each week, students receive instruction that utilizes a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum provided by AVID Center, tutor-facilitated study groups, motivational activities, and academic success skills. In AVID, students participate in activities that incorporate strategies focused on writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and reading to support their academic growth. Additionally, students engage in activities centered around exploring college and career opportunities and their own agency.


    The 7th grade AVID Elective course builds upon the foundational components of the AVID philosophy. Students will refine short- and long-term goals and, as a result, begin to understand the value in taking charge of their actions. They will start working on intrapersonal and interpersonal skills as well as formal and informal speech. Students will complete self-evaluations and peer evaluations related to reading, writing, organization, and speaking. In broadening their writing practice, students will begin considering audience, purpose, and form in their writing. Students will take an active role in their learning, understanding the roles of all members in assignments and collaborative lessons. They will expand their knowledge base regarding note-taking in relation to studying and test preparation. Students will be exposed to various field trips, guest speakers, and research to
    increase their knowledge of college and career options.