AVID Program
Advancement Via Individual Determination - Preparing students for college success.
What is AVID?
Our nation's schools are full of students who possess a desire to go to college and the willingness to work hard, but many of them do not truly have the opportunity to be college-ready. These are often the students who will be the first in their families to attend college and are from groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education. AVID equips teachers and schools with what they need to help these students succeed on a path to college and career success.
To address this need, AVID has developed the AVID Elective course. For one period a day, students receive the additional academic, social, and emotional support that will help them succeed in their school's most rigorous courses.
The power of AVID is the ability to impact students in the AVID Elective class and all students throughout the campus. AVID can have an effect on the entire school by providing classroom activities, teaching practices, and academic behaviors that can be incorporated into any classroom to improve engagement and success for all students. Teachers can take what they've learned at AVID training back to any classroom to help all students, not just those in AVID, to become more college- and career-ready.
Advancement Via Individual Determination
Preparing students for college readiness and success
Citation: AVID Center. (2023). What avid is / college & career readiness - explore avid students by grade level. What AVID Is / College & Career Readiness - Explore AVID Students by Grade Level. https://www.avid.org/what-avid-is
AVID Learning Strategies
AVID teaches critical learning skills that prepare students for success in college and careers.
Cornell Notes
A systematic format for condensing and organizing notes that increases comprehension and critical thinking.
Socratic Seminars
Student-led discussions that develop critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills.
Tutorial Groups
Collaborative study groups where students help each other master challenging content through inquiry.
Writing to Learn
Using writing as a tool for learning across all subject areas to deepen understanding.
Inquiry-Based Learning
Developing questions and seeking answers through research and investigation.
Organization & Time Management
Teaching students to manage their time, organize materials, and stay on track for success.
Benefits of AVID
AVID students develop skills and habits that lead to college and career success.
College Readiness
- Preparation for rigorous college coursework
- College application and essay support
- Financial aid and scholarship guidance
- College campus visits and tours
Academic Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Effective note-taking strategies
- Strong study habits and organization
- Reading and writing across disciplines
Personal Development
- Self-advocacy and leadership skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Growth mindset and perseverance
- Goal setting and achievement
Support Network
- Dedicated AVID teachers and tutors
- Peer support and collaboration
- Family engagement resources
- College and career mentorship
Join Our AVID Program
Ready to take your education to the next level? Contact us to learn more about AVID at Ridgeview College Prep.