• avid

    AVID'S MISSION is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society. AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a college readiness system designed to increase the number of students who enroll in four-year colleges.

    1. Is AVID a good choice for my child?

    The best students for the AVID elective class are usually the B or C students who have shown potential in academics. The AVID elective is best for students who are self-motivated to learn and strive to do better in their academic classes. 

    2. What will my child learn? 

    The AVID curriculum is centered around building skills and developing behaviors that lead to success in both academics and in high school/college readiness.The curriculum in AVID is made to push students towards honors and Advanced Placement classes in high school.

    Students participate in weekly tutorials with college students and peers, practice their research and writing skills while preparing for discussions about current events and are taught how to take notes.

    Students also have the opportunity to explore different careers and learn about colleges through the AVID elective.

     Source: US NEWS & World Report

  • avid

    Courses offered at Nicolas Junior High School

    • AVID 7
    • AVID 8

     

6th Graders

  • Current 6th Graders apply below:

    If you're a current 6th grader wanting to apply to AVID for 7th grade, open and complete the attached Google Form.

    Please submit it by March 17, 2023. We will allow applications after March 17th, but March 17th is the priority deadline.

    AVID Application (2024-2025)

7th Graders

  • Current 7th Graders apply below:

    If you're a current 7th grader wanting to apply to AVID for 8th grade, open and complete the attached Google Form.

    Please submit it by March 17, 2023. We will allow applications after March 17th, but March 17th is the priority deadline.

    7th Grade Application (2024-2025)

      • To Apply:

        • Complete the application
        • When selecting classes for next year, select AVID
          • **Please note you will not be officially placed in the class until you have applied and been interviewed.**
        • We will schedule an interview with your student in March and April 2023.
        • We will be officially inviting students to the program in May and June.

        To turn in your application:

        • Please complete the online application.

        When your packet is completed

        • We will contact you for an interview.

        The Interview 

        • The interviews will be held in person.
        • They will be held by a member of the AVID Team at Nicolas Junior High School.  Normally the interview will be around 10 minutes.
        • We will use the interview to get to know your students and discuss their classes for next year.
        • This is not intended to be stressful, it is a tool to help us get to know our students, and try to find the best placement of classes to start their year.