AVID Lead Teachers

• Victoria Correa, IB Environmental Systems 
• Lynette Russo, AP Government 

What is AVID?

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a college-readiness system designed to increase the number of students who enroll in four-year colleges. AVID students are:

• enrolled in the AVID elective class
• enrolled in rigorous academic courses (International Baccalaureate)
• involved in extra-curricular sports and activities
• gaining knowledge and leadership skills
• supported by an AVID mentor

Who enrolls in AVID?

Although AVID serves all students, it focuses on the least served students in the academic middle. The formula is simple - raise expectations of students and, with the AVID support system in place, they will rise to the challenge. AVID students are enrolled in the 9th grade and remain in the AVID program until they graduate from high school.

When are the AVID students selected?

Students who are interested in the AVID program must participate in the selection process which includes an application and interview. The selection process takes place between February and May.

Where does AVID take place?

Students enrolled in the AVID program take the AVID elective during the school day as part of their academic schedule. There are AVID activities and events such as but not limited; leadership, team-building, community-involvement, and college field trips that take place off-campus, during non-school hours.