AVID College & Career Readiness
Advancement Via Individual Determination, AVID, is a College and Career Readiness System aimed at preparing all students for the lives they will lead after graduation.
AVID’s mission is to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college and career readiness and success in a global society.
The program fosters a safe and open culture, high expectations for teachers and students, and collaboration in all classrooms.
AVID Middle School Program
Moving future leaders toward college success and beyond
AVID’s teaching strategies and curriculum build positive teacher-student relationships to ensure student success schoolwide. AVID Elective students:
- Enroll in advanced courses
- Receive academic instruction and tutorial support
- Strengthen their writing skills
- Improve study and organization skills
- Gain “college knowledge”
- Visit colleges and explore careers
AVID in Tempe
Both Connolly Middle School (National AVID Demonstration Site) and Shamley School are proud hosts of the AVID program. Learn more about how these schools are setting a strong foundation for students:
Building Confidence and Engagement
Since I've joined AVID, my grades have started to get higher, and my time management and organization have gotten a lot better. AVID has helped me become a better public speaker, and to be louder and advocate for what I want and what I think would benefit more people.
Quet’zali | AVID student at Connolly Middle School