AVID Showcase

Regional school leaders visit Walla Walla to see AVID in action

Educators from around the region will converge in Walla Walla to learn more about how AVID (Advancement Via Individual Achievement) works for teachers and students to improve school culture and performance.

District and school administrators, AVID site team members, and other educators who are considering implementing AVID in their school or district, or are a current AVID school and want to gain insight from another AVID implementation, plan to attend the AVID Showcase.

These events are hosted by AVID schools across the country and provide an opportunity for educators to see an AVID implementation, share best practices, and learn more about AVID hands-on. The Showcase experience includes AVID Elective and content class observations and a chance to speak with experienced AVID site team members and students.

Participants will see and learn about the key components of an AVID implementation. They will hear about AVID as a schoolwide catalyst for improvement, observe an AVID Elective class and discuss implementing AVID with school administrators and teachers. They will also hear from AVID students and review data and results from AVID students from the hosting school.

Walla Walla AVID Showcase school events:

Pioneer Middle School (450 Bridge St.)

Thursday, March 19

8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sharpstein Elementary School (410 Howard St.)

Friday, March 20

8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

About AVID

AVID, Advancement Via Individual Determination, is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to closing the achievement gap by preparing all students for college and other postsecondary opportunities. AVID professionally develops educators to use proven practices in order to prepare students for success in high school, college, and a career, especially students traditionally underrepresented in higher education.