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Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a nonprofit college-readiness program designed to help students who may be the first in their families to go to college and/or who are traditionally underrepresented in college. AVID helps students develop the skills they need to be successful in college.

AVID is offered as an elective at Lucy Addison and James Breckinridge Middle Schools and Patrick Henry and William Fleming High Schools.

AVID's Mission: To close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.

FAQs

What Will I Gain from AVID?

• Writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and reading skills (WICOR)
• Cornell notetaking skills
• Essay writing
• Study skills
• Test-taking skills
• Vocabular development
• Listening skills
• Oral presentation skills
• Goal-setting skills

98% of AVID seniors graduate on time. 94% have plans to attend college. And 93% complete college entrance requirements for a four-year college.
How Do I Know if I'm a Good Fit for AVID?

All students are eligible to enroll in the elective; however, certain students may benefit more. You may be a good fit if you...

• Are a B or C student and show potential
• Can handle college preparatory coursework
• Are underrepresented on college campuses
• Will be the first in your family to enroll in a four-year university
• Are willing to join at least one extracurricular activity each year

AVID is part of the Student Success & Support Services team, which is led by:

Dr. Hayley Poland

Assistant Superintendent of Student Success & Support Services

(540) 853-1393 | hpoland@rcps.info

Student Services is part of the Academics & Accountability team, which reports to:

Dr. Cyndi Williams

Chief Academic & Accountability Officer

(540) 853-6113 | cynthiawilliams@rcps.info

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