As Byrnes High School prepares to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2024, a small group of Seniors is marking a milestone of its own! The group, made up of 13 Seniors, was celebrated during a special reception and ceremony at Byrnes as the first ever class of AVID Scholar graduates.
AVID stands for "Advancement Via Individual Determination". In Spartanburg District Five, AVID is more than just a program. It is a philosophy that is ingrained across all we do. AVID enables the district, and schools like Byrnes, to best serve students who need support in order to succeed in becoming college and career ready. It also helps students realize their full potential in Advanced College Prep (Honors, Dual Credit and AP) courses, the most challenging courses the school district offers.
AVID students learn organizational and study skills, work on critical thinking and questioning, receive academic assistance to help them succeed in their advanced courses, and participate in college-readiness activities. Throughout the year, students tour colleges, fill out applications and financial aid forms. During the special recognition ceremony, students shared success stories, and how the AVID program has helped them prepare for college and beyond.
Congratulations to this incredible class of AVID Scholar graduates! The best is yet to come!