AVID
Welcome to Bella Vista High School AVID!
In a nutshell, AVID is for:
- Students who are in the academic middle (no F’s for grades since they won’t be college eligible)
- Students who could use extra support, organizational skills, mentorship
- Students who are first generation students or low income
- Students who want to attend a four year college after high school
What AVID provides for the students:
- College field trips to visit campuses and learn about programs
- Organizational and study skills such as taking notes and preparing for tests
- Academic support in the form of study groups and tutorials
- College and career research
- Instruction and time to prepare for: FAFSA, college applications, and scholarships
Additional Resources:
- Why apply for AVID? District Flyer
- What is AVID? https://www.sanjuan.edu/academics/avid
AVID APPLICATION
Formal AVID Applications for the 2026-27 school year are now closed. Are you interested in AVID? Email Melanie Walker or speak with your counselor.
Contact
Please contact Melanie Walker, BVHS AVID Coordinator, at melanie.walker@sanjuan.edu if you have any questions.
9th grade AVID – Melanie Walker
10th grade AVID – Christina Schlatter & Giuseppe Scalise
11th grade AVID – Eric Leach
12th grade AVID – Zara Budenbender
