AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a nationally recognized program designed to give students who ordinarily would not participate in rigorous, academic, college-preparatory classes the opportunity and support necessary to succeed in these classes.

AVID 9

The AVID grade 9 course is an elective class for college-bound students. It provides academic, tutorial, career goal planning, and social support for students through the AVID curriculum with a strategic focus on Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading (WICOR). To ensure success in college-prep courses, students work independently and as partners, as well as in teacher and tutor-led collaborative groups. Note-taking, outlining, writing, speaking, reading, test-taking strategies, maintaining organized binders, self-awareness, and preparation for ACT are stressed. Students receive introductory information and direction regarding AP classes and may participate in AP classes. In addition, the AVID course includes college motivational activities.  Credit: 1

AVID 10

This AVID 10 course continues with the AVID curriculum, advances to more rigorous individual and small-group instruction in support of all the student’s academic courses, and college-awareness activities. Instructional emphasis is on writing skills and helping students to successfully write for college. Students continue to receive instruction and practice using Method Test Prep: ACT online prep. Students are given guidance and support in preparation for enrollment in AP classes. AVID tutorials meet individual and group needs for real-time academic support through teacher or tutor-led collaborative work. Tutors serve as role models and as sources of information about college life and expectations. By the end of this course, students are expected to enroll in one or more AP courses.  Credit: 1

AVID 11

The AVID 11 course is an elective class for students who are college bound. To ensure success in college-prep courses, students work independently as well as in teacher or tutor-led collaborative groups. Note-taking, outlining, writing, speaking, reading, test-taking strategies, ACT preparation, and self-awareness are stressed. The course provides college motivational and career exploration activities. Students use problem-solving and decision-making skills. In addition, students work independently and with others in a variety of settings using critical thinking skills to organize information acquired from a variety of sources such as electronic technology and research. By the end of this grade 11 course, students are expected to enroll in at least two or more AP courses.  Credit: 1

AVID 12

This AVID Senior course is the culmination of the student's years in the AVID program. Like all AVID courses, it encompasses WICOR, rigorous AVID curriculum, and tutors.  The course involves substantial critical reading and writing as well as preparation for Socratic Seminars. Students working with tutors are expected to eventually act as moderators for Socratic Seminars or act as tutors for the AVID 9 or 10 classes. Students receive support in test readiness for exams such as AP and International Baccalaureate (IB). Students enrolled in AVID 12 are required to complete timed writings and analytical discourses in subjects across the curriculum. In addition, students are required to make presentations on topics related to college admissions, contemporary issues, and social concerns. During this course, students are expected to apply for admission to several colleges and/or universities.  Credit: 1