Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)
What is AVID?
AVID is the college and career-readiness system used at Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence to ensure an equitable and student-centered instructional environment where all students are prepared for college, careers, and life.
AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination
The Mission of AVID is to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.
Who is an AVID Student?
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An AVID student is a student who wants to go to college, but may not know all of the steps to get there.
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An AVID student is a student who does pretty well in their classes, but would do a lot better with some added support.
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An AVID student is a student who may want to take advanced or honors classes, but who may be intimidated by the rigor.
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An AVID student is a student who may be the first person in their family to attend and graduate from a four-year college.
Ridgeland Secondary Academy of Excellence AVID Selection Criteria
- Ability—academic potential to succeed in college preparatory courses (GPA of 2.0-3.5).
- Desire and determination—desire to attend college, have a good attendance record and willingness to undertake demanding preparation for college.
- Membership in an underserved group—students “in the middle.” This includes students who would be the first in their family to attend college and are a member of a group underrepresented in college, i.e., African Americans, Latinos, low income, English learners, and foster children
AVID Selection Interview Questions
- What is your GPA?
- What is your post high school plans?
- Why do you want to join the AVID Elective course?
- Have you attended school for 90 percent of the required time?
While all the criteria are considered for acceptance into the AVID program, no single criteria will necessarily eliminate a student from consideration. All students at RSAE are eligible to apply and be considered for an available spot in the AVID elective.
AVID Elective Student Expectations
AVID students must:
- Be enrolled in an AVID elective class at least once per year.
- Enroll in rigorous courses, including but not limited to, courses with EOCs, Honors Courses, AP Courses, College Courses, and other courses recommended by the Guidance Counselor. (High School AVID Students only)
- Maintain satisfactory attendance in all classes
- Maintain the AVID binder with assignment/grade record sheets and daily notes in all
- Complete all homework assignments and commit to studying every
AVID Site Team at Summer Institute 2023
(Left to Right) Alexis Calloway, Adrianna Mikell, Princess Biggerstaff, Kireem Liles, Quadulynn Garvin, Adrienne Maybank, Detrice Brown, Cynthia Hasty, Corey Burgess