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AVID<\/h1>\n

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Closing the Opportunity Gap in Education<\/h2>\n

AVID helps prepare underrepresented students for admission to a four-year college or university. The program fosters a safe culture along with high expectations for teachers and students.<\/p>\n

Participating students take an AVID elective throughout middle and high school. The electives provide them with the skills needed to be successful in advancing academically, with the ultimate goal of attending college.<\/p>\n

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College-going Culture<\/h2>\n

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Students who participate in AVID take an elective course throughout middle and high school, where they learn essential skills for academic success and college readiness. These skills include:
\n\u2022 Critical thinking
\n\u2022 Collaboration
\n\u2022 Time management
\n\u2022 Study skills and note-taking
\n\u2022 Relationship building<\/p>\n

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The AVID Student Profile<\/h2>\n

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Students with Academic Potential:<\/h4>\n