AVID Summer Institute

A 3-day professional learning event that energizes educators with practical strategies, meaningful collaboration, and clear next steps to support every student.

Rooted in Growth. Branching Out Together.

As education evolves, AVID provides steady, future‑focused support. Summer Institute blends proven instructional strategies with space to explore emerging challenges, anchored by three key elements that strengthen educator practice: interactive Communities of Practice, an inspiring General Session, and dedicated Site Team time.

At Summer Institute, we nurture ideas and cultivate relationships that grow thriving students and stronger communities.

2027 Summer Institutes

Dallas, TX

June 14–16, 2027

San Diego, CA

June 14–16, 2027

Tampa, FL

June 21–23, 2027
MARQUEE CITY

Long Beach, CA

June 21–23, 2027

Sacramento, CA

June 23–25, 2027

Orlando, FL

June 28–30, 2027

San Antonio, TX

July 7–9, 2027

Anaheim, CA

July 14–16, 2027

What to Expect

General Session: The AVID Experience

Attend an inspiring session, featuring students and educators who will share how AVID strengthens student voice, elevates educator practice, and advances leadership. 

A large crowd of people seated in a conference room, wearing blue shirts and holding AVID signs.
A large group of people sitting at round tables, working on laptops and discussing in a spacious conference room.

Communities of Practice

Deepen expertise through role‑alike collaboration and shared experiences. Strengthen your instructional strategies and build practical approaches that advance schoolwide systems and support student success. Sessions are designed for AVID Elective and content teachers, counselors, administrators, and district leaders.   

Site Team Time

Engage in dedicated time with your Site Team to foster clarity, alignment, and coherence, so every team can return ready to elevate student opportunity. New sites build shared foundations and set meaningful goals; experienced teams refine their plans for the year ahead; and individual participants reflect and connect with peers. 

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Several individuals in a conference setting, standing and talking. Some wear red jackets, others wear gray shirts with a logo.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with fellow AVID educators who share your commitment to student success. Build meaningful relationships that spark new ideas, broaden perspectives, and strengthen your impact on student success.

What You’ll Take Back to Your School or District

Instructional strategies ready for immediate use

Shared language and expectations across Site Teams

Alignment to year-start goals

Deeper leadership capacity and collaborative planning structures

Momentum to support college and career readiness for all students

Scalable implementation practices informed by peers and AVID experts

Need buy-in from your school leaders? Download the AVID Summer Institute Justification Kit.

Who Should Attend

  • New or existing teams launching or deepening AVID implementation
  • Educators new to AVID
  • Schools aiming to build momentum for the upcoming year
  • Teams seeking the widest variety of CoPs and broad networking opportunities
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