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MISSION STATEMENT
AVID's mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.
AVID is:
- an acronym that stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination.
- an in-school academic support program for grades 7-12 that prepares students for college eligibility and success
- an elective class that meets during the regular school day
- for all students, but it targets those in the academic middle
- implemented both school-wide and district-wide
Who is an AVID student?
Students in the academic middle, capable of completing a college preparatory path with support. Sometimes these students have yet to realize their full academic potential. During the identification process, a number of criteria are considered, including:- Grades
- Standardized Test Scores
- Citizenship
- Attendance
- Desire and Determination