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Fridley staff recognized by AVID national board for local program growth
Summary
Superintendent Lewis and staff recounted an invitation to present Fridley’s AVID work to the AVID national board; staff said the visit spotlighted district implementation and a new educator launch program that the district piloted and adopted.
Fridley Public Schools leaders described an invitation from AVID’s national board to present the district’s AVID work and noted national attention on Fridley’s growth in the program.
Superintendent Lewis said the district’s AVID implementation and a newly launched educators’ academy were highlighted to the national board and praised district staff for their role. One staff member said AVID leaders were “so blown away with us asking so many different questions,” and noted the program’s new supports for early‑career teachers and instructional coaches. The superintendent said AVID’s founder, Mary Catherine Swanson, indicated interest in visiting Fridley as a sign of national recognition.
Board members celebrated the spotlight on the district and its educators; Lewis said the visit is a “moment of celebration” and thanked staff who presented. The item was presented as part of superintendent updates and did not require a board action.
