The AVID Approach

To close the opportunity gap in college graduation rates among diverse groups. Teacher effectiveness through the delivery of inquiry-based, student-centered instruction. Find inspiring students to take control of their own learning.

AVID Activities

Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, Reading (WICOR) methodologies are the basis for curriculum instruction
Students participate in field trips to colleges/universities
Students develop academic and social skills for success in all subject areas
Focused note-taking methods
Strategic reading strategies
Group collaboration and discussions

The AVID Parent

AVID parents encourage their students to achieve academically, participate in AVID parent and site team meetings and are in regular contact with the AVID coordinator. Additionally, parents may take part of an AVID advisory board.

The AVID Curriculum

The AVID curriculum is used in the AVID elective class and is based on rigorous standards, developed by middle and high school teachers in collaboration with college professors.

Vista Academy uses WICOR strategies, focused notes and AVID strategies schoolwide.

Learn more at www.avid.org.