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AVID

Advancement Via Individual Determination, known as AVID, is a system designed to close the opportunity gap by preparing ALL students for college and career readiness and success in a global society. AVID uses student-centered approach by facilitating the development of academic and social skills for students. AVID curriculum and practices also support students in expanding their understanding of what it means to be career ready and prepared for higher education. Learn more about AVID.

AVID Elementary

AVID Elementary is currently offered at Avon Elementary School, Gypsum Elementary School, and Homestake Peak School. AVID Elementary is a foundational component of the AVID College Readiness System, and supports AVID's mission.

Based on the same learning foundation that underlies AVID Secondary, AVID Elementary is designed to be embedded into the daily instruction of all elementary classrooms across grade levels to maintain school-wide structure. AVID Elementary's implementation resources, professional development, and philosophy are all grounded in the idea that all students have the potential to succeed in following their dreams and fulfilling their aspirations. 

AVID Elementary students develop academic habits they need to be successful throughout their academic careers in age-appropriate and challenging ways. Children learn about organization, study skills, communication, self-advocacy, and more.

AVID Secondary

AVID Secondary is currently offered at Berry Creek Middle School, Eagle Valley Middle School, Gypsum Creek Middle School, Homestake Peak School, Battle Mountain High School, and Eagle Valley High School. At the middle school and high school levels, AVID instructional practices are used schoolwide, and the AVID Elective class adds an extra layer of support for students who choose to participate.

With the AVID Elective, for one period a day, students receive additional academic, social, and emotional support to help them succeed in rigorous courses. AVID Secondary curriculum and practices develop writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and hone reading skills among students. AVID Elective classes assist students in expanding their knowledge of higher education, including postsecondary options, financial aid processes, and admissions and scholarship applications. AVID also supports many avenues of career exploration.