Showcase Focus:

Experience how Ridgeline Middle School in Yelm, WA is building a strong foundation for college and career readiness by defining what rigor means together and building student confidence. Leaders have increased shared voice through the use of student and teacher interviews. Common instructional practices include the use of Focused Notes, Critical Reading Process, and Reciprocal Teaching strategies. This Showcase will highlight the collaborative work of our AVID Site Team and demonstrate how AVID practices are embedded across classrooms to foster critical thinking, organization, and student engagement. Visitors will experience: Classroom Observations highlighting WICOR strategies in action. Leadership Insights on building systems that sustain AVID Schoolwide. Interactive Conversations with educators and students about how AVID transforms instruction and culture to empower every learner. Join us to see how Ridgeline Middle School is creating a pathway for success—starting strong and growing leaders from the ground up.