- Central Avenue Elementary
- AVID Overview
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What is AVID?
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is a research-based approach that provides resources, support, and strategies for teachers and students. AVID's mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.
Central Avenue is an AVID Elementary School!
AVID Elementary is a component of the AVID College Readiness System and supports AVID's Mission and Vision to provide a model of success for all students that supports the progression from elementary through middle and high school to college and career readiness.
AVID Elementary Components
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Student Success Skills
AVID Elementary develops communication skills (e.g. listening, speaking, writing), self-advocacy skills, and study skills.
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Organizational Skills
AVID Elementary encourages students to learn how to use organizational tools, as well as learn and practice skills around time management and goal-setting.
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WICOR Lessons
AVID Elementary emphasizes instruction that incorporates the WICOR components: Writing to learn, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading to learn in all content areas.
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Partnerships
AVID Elementary encourages partnerships among students, classrooms, grade levels, schools, families, and communities.