AVID Student

The AVID college readiness program accepts students with academic potential. Students must apply for the elective class, will be interviewed, and, if accepted, will be required to maintain academic and behavioral standards. AVID students are role models and potential leaders in their schools.

Students with Academic Potential Include those with:

• Average to high test scores
• 2.0-3.5 GPA
• College potential with support
• Desire and determination

The Typical AVID Student Meets One or More of the Following Criteria:

• First in their family to attend college

• Historically underserved in four-year colleges
• Special circumstances

Students are carefully selected for the program. Targeted students include, but are not limited to those meeting the above criteria.

Expectations:

Once enrolled in AVID for the year, all students are expected to:

• Maintain good attendance
• Take notes in all core subject areas as required in AVID
• Keep a binder organized as required by AVID
• Participate in tutorials
• Complete homework assignments
• Maintain enrollment in college-prep course/s

Benefits of Being an AVID Student:

• Teaches study and organizational skills
• Uses English as a writing tool for learning
• Strengthens writing skills
• Gives tutorial help through college and adult tutors
• Teaches students to work collaboratively to be successful in the most rigorous courses
• Takes students to visit colleges and universities
• Assists students with the application process for four year colleges and universities
• Assist students with applying for financial aid and scholarships
• Helps students explore careers through guest speakers and research projects
• Creates a supportive, family-like atmosphere where students can feel secure and free to explore their personal and  academic goals