AVID for learning in Polson schools
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POLSON — As part of our ongoing commitment to preparing students for college and career readiness, Polson School District is excited to announce the implementation of the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program, starting this school year. AVID is a proven college and career readiness system aimed at empowering students to reach their fullest potential while providing educators with the tools and strategies they need to foster student success.
Since its inception in 1980, AVID has grown to include over 7,500 K-12 schools across the United States and 16 countries, impacting over 2.5 million students annually. The program enhances overall school performance, ensuring that every student can benefit from the skills and strategies learned in the AVID elective class. This school year, Polson School District is focused on implementing AVID strategies school-wide in grades 5-12. This initiative emphasizes consistent best instructional practices, providing all students with the opportunity to develop the skills necessary for success in rigorous academic settings.
We have also kicked off the AVID Elective Class at the 8th and 9th grade levels with cohorts of approximately 25 students from each grade. Throughout their journey, AVID students will develop vital skills such as writing, note-taking, reading, inquiry, collaboration, organization, public speaking, and critical thinking—skills that are essential for success in advanced courses and beyond. We are grateful to St. Joseph Medical Center for donating binders and other supplies for our AVID elective students to help support their organizational skills. As AVID students progress into their junior and senior years, they will receive additional guidance on financial aid, scholarships, and the college application process. Participation in the AVID elective is voluntary, but students are encouraged to stay with the program through graduation to maximize their preparation for life after high school.
AVID empowers educators to advocate for their students, equipping them with research-backed methodologies that enhance teaching effectiveness and foster a career-readiness culture for all students. The program creates a collaborative environment where students, educators, families, and community members come together to support each other’s success. As we move forward with AVID, we are eager to witness the positive changes it will bring to our students’ academic journeys.
