West Preparatory Institute J-SHS – Avid 10 & Avid 12

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This one-year course, Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID), is a national curriculum preparatory class for students who have been identified with high ability or talent but are not performing at grade level. It allows AVID students the opportunity to acquire skills and understanding at levels commensurate with their potential. This class will provide extra support for students to improve study skills, reading, and comprehension in all subject areas. Concurrent with enrollment in AVID, students will enroll in advanced-level college preparatory courses that fulfill college entrance requirements. Students will learn strategies in note taking, study skills, test taking, time management, SAT and college entrance/placement exam preparation, effective textbook reading skills, and library research skills. Students will receive extensive help in preparing college applications and financial aid forms. Guest speakers from educational institutions and the business community will be included as an enhancement to the course curriculum. Ongoing home contact is integral to the success of the program. This course will fulfill one elective credit toward high school graduation. This course may be repeated.