AVID

AVID Snapshot

Established in 1980, the AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) college readiness system is currently in over 7,500 schools in 47 states across the U.S., plus schools in Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), Canada, and Australia. 

AVID's College Readiness System:

• Trains educators to make learning more effective by providing engaging, rigorous and collaborative classrooms
• Engages all faculty and staff to drive student success
• Develops resilient, lifelong learners through academic and social support
• Increases rigor and raises student achievement
• Creates a college-going culture schoolwide

Proven Achievement — Lifelong Advantage:

• AVID alumni who identify as first-generation college goers and economically underserved who go to college are four times more likely to graduate than their national peers
• 93% of AVID students complete four-year college entrance requirements
• 90% of AVID students who apply are accepted to four-year colleges
• 85% of AVID students continue into the second year of college

See More AVID National Data 

In Beaverton School District:

• 60% of secondary teachers trained in AVID strategies
• 1,933 secondary students enrolled in AVID elective in grades 6-12

Become an AVID Volunteer 

essential duties:

• Take notes, ask questions and keep the tutorial group on track.
• Act as a model of personal excellence and high expectations for the purpose of setting an example for AVID students to follow.
• Communicate frequently with the AVID Coordinator/Teacher providing information regarding progress or areas of concern.
• Commit to the same day/time each week. You'll develop a relationship with your group of students who'll depend on you to be there to support them. 

to apply:

Visit the Tutor webpage for more information and to apply.

AVID tutor page

volunteer Highlights 

• Flexible: Choose your hours and location based on your own personal schedule. 
• Rewarding: You're changing the lives of students, instilling confidence and contributing to a college-going culture. You'll witness triumph and pride in the students' "aha" moments. 
• Resume Builder: You can gain leadership experience and collaboration skills facilitating group discussions.
• No Experience Necessary: No content knowledge or special skills are required. Your job is to motivate students. 
• Training Provided: Six hours of training are provided prior to beginning the position. Ongoing support is offered throughout the school year. 

Join our Speakers Network

For more information or to get started, email: speakersnetwork@beaverton.k12.or.us

AVID is an elective class which prepares students for success in four-year colleges and universities. It's an academic elective class during the school day (takes the place of a choice elective course) and focuses on writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization and reading skills (WICOR). AVID scholars also focus on strategies for success, colleges and careers, and team building.

To be considered for AVID, you should have:

• Average test scores, a GPA of 2.0-3.5, or average summary judgments on your standards-based report card
• Exhibit college potential with support
• Be a student who identifies as first generation, a student who is underrepresented on college campuses, a student who qualifies as low income or a student who has special circumstances.

Student responsibilities:

• Maintain enrollment in rigorous academic classes, which lead to four-year college eligibility
• Maintain satisfactory attendance and behavior in all classes
• Maintain an AVID binder with assignment calendars and daily Cornell Notes from all classes
• Complete all homework and dedicate at least 1-2 hours to studying and homework each night

Student commitment:

If selected for AVID, students understand that they must commit to remaining enrolled in the AVID elective for at least one year and that they'll be allowed to remain in the elective only if they meet the student responsibilities outlined above. Studies show that students are most likely to demonstrate academic improvement if they remain in the elective at least three years and most likely to meet the goal of college enrollment if they remain in the AVID elective class through their senior year of high school.

Parent commitment:

Parents and guardians agree to support their students on their college paths and to be advocates for their students' success. Parents agree to attend at least one informational meeting about AVID and ensure that their students are studying at least 1-2 hours after school and keeping an organized planner and binder.

If you're interested in the AVID elective class, contact your AVID Site Coordinator:

AVID Class of 2023: 

• 100% graduated in four years
• 92% reported plans to attend a post-secondary institution, technical school or military service
• 77% reported taking at least one rigorous course (AP or IB)

See More about our 2023 BSD AVID Graduates