Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)

AVID, Advancement Via Individual Determination, is a college readiness system for elementary through higher education that is designed to increase schoolwide learning and performance.

AVID’s mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.

What AVID Does

Simply, AVID trains educators in proven WICOR (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading) instructional strategies in order to prepare students for success in high school, college, and a career, especially students traditionally underrepresented in higher education.
AVID

• Teaches skills and behaviors for academic success
• Provides intensive support with tutorials and strong student/teacher relationships
• Creates a positive peer group for students
• Develops a sense of hope for personal achievement gained through hard work and determination

Genna Lieske, AVID Coordinator
661-636-4563
gelieske@kern.org