Dear Families,

Advancement Via Individual Determination, AVID, is a K-12 college readiness system that prepares students in the academic middle for admission to a four-year college or university. Students take an AVID elective course throughout high school that provides them with the skills needed to be successful in advancing academically with the ultimate goal of attending college. For more than 30 years AVID has been instrumental in preparing students for success in higher education.

The core component of the AVID Program is the AVID elective, which supports students as they challenge themselves in more rigorous classes. Students are taught study skills, note taking, time management, writing and research skills, while being immersed in a college-going culture. The class also includes tutoring sessions that are led by college students and provide support for success in the academically rigorous curriculum. Additionally, the AVID class provides access to information about colleges and universities through field trips, guest speakers, college tutors, scholarship opportunities and college admission requirement information.

AVID recruits students who are motivated to do well and who are serious about their academic future. We welcome all students interested in pursuing a college education to participate in the recruitment process. Please complete the application, family information, and short answers on the following pages to help us better know your child and family circumstances.


Application process:

- Students turn in (online) completed family information form and short answer form
- Teachers submit recommendation form (online via email)
- Students will NOT participate in AVID student interviews at their middle schools this year due to the school closure.  Some students may be contacted for a phone interview to answer additional questions.
- Students notified of team’s decision by June via email

All information shared on this form will be used for recruitment and selection of AVID students and will be held confidential. If you would prefer to share this information in person or have additional questions prior to completing this form, please contact your child’s counselor.  Please check your email regularly, you will be informed on interview and acceptance via email.