As we head into the final months of the school year, it’s time to celebrate the dedication and success of our AVID students and look toward the bright future ahead. From college admissions to career steps, we’re seeing the results of their hard work paying off. This is also the season to recruit the next class of AVID students, reflect on what’s worked, and consider how to improve outcomes for the year ahead.
While we plan for the future, let’s also think about how we’re preparing our staff to continue this work. How ready is your Site Team? Now is the time to celebrate all the milestones, big and small, at AVID Summer Institute and beyond.
Join us this summer for Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) professional learning events. This year’s SI is shaping up to be our best yet, with a revamped General Session and new, free Extended Experiences to bond Site Teams, build relational capacity, and create lasting memories. If you can’t make it to SI, explore our new, locally focused SI Pop-Ups or enjoy the convenience of virtual learning with AVID Ignite®. Early Bird registration is open now—don’t wait; cost savings end May 1, 2025.
Let’s build on our success and keep inspiring greatness in our students!
New Blog Post: Enhancing Student Writing Through Instructional AI–Driven Feedback: A Game-Changer for Educators
In our latest blog post, AVID Learning Designer Michelle Brummond explores how AVID’s Instructional AI is transforming feedback in classrooms. With rising class sizes and limited time, providing individualized feedback is more challenging than ever. Michelle highlights how AI-driven feedback provides timely, actionable insights that improve writing, critical thinking, and student engagement, sharing educator success stories of improved writing quality. Read the full blog post to discover how instructional AI can enhance student learning and support your teaching efforts!
AVID Instructional AI is available for AVID Elective 6–12 and AVID Excel® Elective 7–8 teachers. Sign up for training to get started!
Granite Park Junior High: A Model of AVID Excellence and Student Success
Granite Park Junior High School, the first AVID demonstration school in Utah, was revalidated this year for its commitment to student success. Serving 800 students from over 50 nationalities, with 70%+ multilingual learners and Title 1 status, Granite Park embraces AVID’s college- and career-going culture with open arms.
Granite Park ensures academic success through AVID strategies: 73% of staff members are AVID-trained and 64% use WICOR® regularly. Since 2016, 35% of students have taken the AVID Elective, and 69% continued into AP and honors classes in high school. Their mandatory Grizzly Way course for non–AVID Elective 6th graders also helps engage the entire school in AVID strategies, setting all students up for future success.
Granite Park is a true AVID success story, inspiring hope and academic growth for every student. Congratulations on this impressive achievement!
If you’re curious about seeing an AVID Demonstration School in action, contact your Implementation Specialist or visit our AVID Showcase page.
Nominate Someone or Share Your Story for the AVID Spotlight!
Each AVID Community Newsletter will feature a spotlight story, highlighting the amazing anecdotes out there in the AVID world!
Upcoming PL Events and Webinars
One Day Left to Apply for AVID Certified Educator!!
Looking to deepen your impact and grow as an educator? Whether you’re an elementary teacher building student agency, a secondary teacher focused on college and career readiness, or a Site Team member developing leadership skills, this program will equip you with the strategies and support to take your practice to the next level. Don’t miss this opportunity! Apply by April 9.
Site Teams: Get Ready for Summer Professional Learning
Are you ready for summer learning? Check out the Site Teams Summer Institute Updates webpage for the 2025 Site Teams Checklist to help you with preparations. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back often for updates.
Join Us for “AVID in Action: Measuring What Matters,” a Free 3-Part Webinar Series Kicking Off on April 9!
Each 30-minute webinar will feature a different district where experienced AVID educators will share strategies that drive real impact. You’ll also hear how AVID site and district leaders are improving effectiveness by aligning systems and tracking key metrics that drive success.
Learn more about each session and register now for the first webinar, “Crafting Cohesion Through Vertical Alignment,” on April 9 at 1:00 pm PT / 3:00 pm CT / 4:00 pm ET. These webinars will be recorded—register to get access to the replay, even if you can’t join us live!
Whether you’ve been using AVID Emerge™ consistently or are ready to make the most of it next year, now’s the time to renew! Get early access to the 2025–26 Toolkit, updated resources, and access to virtual professional learning and educator networking. Set the stage for multilingual learner success! Renew Today!
Registration has opened for an additional District Director Leadership (DDL) 3 virtual offering on May 5–7 from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm PT. District Directors, use this opportunity to register with your team before attending DDL 4 at SI. Calendars and events can be found on the DDL Landing Page. Contact your Implementation Strategist with any questions.
Mark Your Calendars For a Preview: AVID’s New Secondary Implementation Instrument Is Coming Soon!
Coming in May, sites will have access to a preview of the 2025–2026 Secondary Implementation Instrument! Although sites will be able to preview the instrument in May, the NEW Secondary Implementation Instrument will start being utilized in the 2025–2026 school year and will provide secondary schools with clearer guidance and greater flexibility to assess and strengthen AVID implementation. For this school year, sites will still need to complete their 24–25 CCI following the 2024–2025 Data Collection & Certification Timeline.
Stay ahead of the curve by visiting our webpage for the latest updates and more information as it becomes available!
Jump-Start Success With Math & Science Summer Bridge!
Set your students up for success with AVID’s Math & Science Summer Bridge programs! Designed to accelerate and enrich learning, they build confidence, strengthen skills, and prepare middle and high school students to tackle the school year head-on. Help students get ahead this summer! Learn more today.
If it relates to education and matters to you, we’re talking about it on our podcasts.Tune in every Tuesday and Wednesday for a new episode of Tech Talk For Teachers and Unpacking Education. If you’re interested in hearing from our alumni, tune in to AVIDly Adulting™, the podcast where guests tackle the wild ride of transitioning into their first career and all of the life lessons in between and beyond.
