AVID recognizes National Demonstration Schools as exemplary models of the AVID College Readiness System. Bowie is one of 30 schools in Texas and 150 nationwide to earn this distinction.
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What is AVID?Avid adj.: enthusiastic; ardent; characterized by vigorous pursuit [ L avidus, eager for knowledge]
AVID is a college readiness system for grades six through twelve that empowers students to succeed in a rigorous academic curriculum. The goal of AVID is to educate the whole student by unifying six important elements of education: students, curriculum, faculty, skills, parents, and community. The AVID curriculum includes instruction in WICOR strategies, study skills, organizational skills, communication skills, writing, test-taking strategies, personal development, and team-building. |