AVID, Advancement Via Individual Determination, is a college readiness system for elementary through postsecondary that is designed to increase schoolwide learning and performance. The AVID College Readiness System accelerates student learning, uses research-based methods of effective instruction, provides meaningful and motivational professional learning, and acts as a catalyst for systemic reform and change.
Students in the AVID program are required to take an AVID elective class (each year), as well as Advanced Placement and other rigorous courses. The AVID curriculum prepares students for college by emphasizing writing, inquiry, collaboration, reading, note-taking, rigor, study skills, and college/career/motivational activities.
Currently, the Canyons AVID program has 390 students throughout the Jordan High Feeder. These students go on field trips to local colleges to experience higher education. When the AVID students are Seniors that have strong academic skills, a high GPA, and a competitive ACT, which helps them qualify for scholarships and receive FREE money to attend colleges. This is seen by the graduating class of 2023:
DISTRICT DIRECTOR
AVID Coordinator and Teacher Specialist jay.rudel@canyonsdistrict.org
9361 S. 300 East
Sandy, Utah 84070
801-826-5000
communications@canyonsdistrict.org
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If a movie about super teachers were ever made, Lucie Chamberlain would be a prime candidate for a leading role. Fortunately for her kindergarten students at Alta View Elementary, she already thrives in a supporting role for them. Parents thank her for being a “super teacher.” She is also described as an “amazing colleague.” Whether students need help in the classroom or from home while sick, Lucie goes above and beyond to help them learn, overcome fears, and feel important and cared for. Lucie is the reason a number of kids went from hating school to loving it, according to parents. The way she exudes patience, sweetness, positive energy, and love for her students with special needs melts is appreciated and admired. One parent noted: “Both my kids wish she could be their teacher forever.” Another added: “She treats every student like their learning and their feelings are her priority.” Super teacher, indeed!
