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The Orlando Summer Institute is June 16–18.
Event Highlights
Don’t miss this year’s immersive experiences! View the event schedule for more about meeting times and the General Session.
PRE-SESSIONS
AVID 101
This year, we are offering an optional AVID 101 pre-session for attendees new to AVID on Sunday, June 15, from 4:00–5:30 pm at the JW Marriott, Palazzo Salon F/G. Additional information on the AVID 101 pre-session can be found here.
LEADING SITE TEAMS
The Leading Site Teams pre-session for site and district leaders is scheduled for Sunday, June 15, from 4:00-5:30 pm at the JW Marriott Grande lakes, Palazzo Salon B/C. Additional information on the Leading Site Teams pre-session can be found here.
New General Session Experience
Celebrate with us and hear amazing AVID student and educator speakers on Tuesday, June 17, from 1:30–2:45 pm at the JW Marriott, Coquina Ballroom.
McKenzie
Beasley
Wildwood Middle High School
Lucian
Elliott
HCS Early College High School
Carleen
Alford
Mahaffey Middle School
AVID-Hosted Extended Experiences: Unforgettable Evening Adventures!
Looking for an exciting way to wrap up the day with your team? Get ready for some unforgettable fun! AVID is bringing you exclusive, FREE curated experiences that showcase the best of our host venues and cities, specially designed for you and fellow AVID educators.
Whether it’s attending an event or engaging in a unique local experience, these extended adventures are guaranteed to make your evening one to remember! Be sure to register your team for Summer Institute as soon as possible because spots are limited and will be based on your registration date when sign-ups open in the spring. Don’t miss out—let the adventure begin!
SI Extended Experiences will take place on Day 2 and as early as 5 pm, local time, and will not exceed two hours unless specifically noted.
For information on how to sign up for an Extended Experience, please see our Extended Experiences FAQ.
Extended Experiences
Welcome to AVID-Hosted Extended Experiences at our Summer Institute! We understand the value of professional learning and the intentional opportunities it affords individuals and teams to unwind and foster connections. That’s why we would like to invite you to wrap up your day with an exciting AVID adventure.
Prepare for an evening filled with unforgettable fun! At AVID, we are thrilled to offer you exclusive, FREE curated experiences that showcase the best of our host cities, with the opportunity to network, foster collaboration, and find joy through an experience that resonates with you!
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Sign-up right away for SI and your Extended Experience of choice, space is limited, and these experiences are first come, first served. For more information please see our Extended Experiences FAQ.
A Game of Mystery
Attention all mystery lovers! Are you ready to dive into a world of intrigue and fun? We invite you to participate in an immersive, large-scale version of those treasured mystery board games from your youth. This is not just a game but an exciting opportunity to engage in critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork. Your mission? To unravel the mystery by identifying who did it, how they did it, and the location of the crime. Only your detective skills can reveal the truth! This thrilling activity is not only a fantastic way to collaborate, but it also promises a great deal of fun with an opportunity to make new connections.
Event Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
AVID Improv Comedy Night
Get excited to unleash your creativity and tickle your funny bone! We invite you to join us for an exhilarating improvisation event that promises to be as hilarious as it is inventive. This isn’t just about watching comedy; it’s about creating it on the spot, and the laughs are guaranteed! Come join us for an experience that promises to be as fun as it is funny, creative as it is comedic, and essential for establishing connections!
Event Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Glow in the Night Dance Party
Are you looking to move, groove, and light up the night in the City Beautiful? We invite you to join us for a vibrant and unforgettable night in color like no other. Get on the dance floor under the neon glow and black lights and let’s jam to the tunes of decades we all hold dear. This isn’t just about watching the fun; it’s about being the fun and elevating your connections. Wear your white or neon colors and become a living, dancing part of the bright vibes. Are you ready to dance, dance, dance? Let’s get the party started.
Event Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Indoor Tailgate and Game Night, hosted by Garage Woodcrafter
Are you ready for a challenge? Do you thrive on friendly competition? If so, it’s time to gear up for the ultimate Tailgate Party! This is not your average gathering; it’s a battleground for tabletop game enthusiasts, where skill meets luck and every move could mean victory or defeat. Join us for a rollercoaster of excitement, suspense, camaraderie, and an opportunity to form connections. Let the games begin!
Event Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
The Great Grande Lakes Scavenger Hunt
Join us for a game to test your problem-solving skills, quick thinking, and teamwork. Whether you’re new to the Orlando Summer Institute or a veteran, this fun challenge will give your team a chance to have some fun exploring all around the Grande Lakes resort. Gather your colleagues and get ready for some friendly competition, networking, and bragging rights with fellow AVID educators! Please note: This is a walking activity.
Event Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Yell It Out: AVID Bingo Night
Get ready for a night of fun and friendly competition with our AVID Bingo and Game Night! Held in the magical city of Orlando, this event promises to be a perfect blend of entertainment and engagement. Imagine a room filled with the buzz of anticipation as the emcee calls out the first bingo number. This isn’t just about winning; it’s about sharing a laugh, cheering each other on, and enjoying a game that’s loved by all. Whether you’re there for bingo, the games, or networking opportunities, this event promises to be an enjoyable experience for connecting and having fun. It’s game time!
Event Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Intro
The Orlando Summer Institute takes place across two venues. Your Community of Practice, Site Team meeting, General Session, and hotel may be at different locations. To find out each event’s location, log in to the AVID Event app with your MyAVID credentials or check your printed badge prior to the event.
Community of Practice and Site Team Locations
Communities of Practice and Site Team meetings are held at the locations listed below. Your specific Community of Practice and Site Team locations will be listed on your name badge. You will receive Summer Institute supplies during your first Community of Practice session.
- JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes
- The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
Name Badge
Your name badge is required for all Summer Institute activities. There are two ways to get your name badge: print at home or print on-site.
Print at Home
You can check in and print your name badge at home 3 days before the Summer Institute begins to bypass check-in lines and go directly to breakfast at your Community of Practice location. As a reminder, your Community of Practice and Site Team meeting room locations are listed on your name badge. You do not have to print your name badge on-site if you print it at home. AVID Center will email you printing instructions closer to the event date.
Print On-Site
If you do not print your name badge at home, you must print your badge at one of the following locations during the times listed below.
Sunday, June 15, 1:00–5:00 pm
- JW Marriott
Palazzo Foyer - The Ritz-Carlton
Ritz-Carlton Ballroom Foyer
Monday, June 16, 6:30–8:00 am
- JW Marriott
Palazzo Foyer - The Ritz-Carlton
Ritz-Carlton Ballroom Foyer
Important:
Your Community of Practice (CoP) is listed first because that is where you will begin your day. The second listing is your Site Team location, which you will join in the afternoon.
Note for Day 1:
- Go directly to your CoP location by 8:00 am.
- A grab-and-go breakfast will be available near your CoP.
- You will receive a lanyard and badge holder at your CoP location.
Meals
A grab-and-go breakfast will be provided near your Community of Practice location on the first day of Summer Institute. As a reminder, refer to your name badge for your Community of Practice location. We also provide morning coffee breaks each day and an afternoon break on Day 2.
Laptop Requirements
All curriculum and training materials will be housed in your AVID eLearning course, so it is important that you bring your fully charged device, your charging cord, and headphones to your Community of Practice each day. There will be a limited number of power strips available in the Community of Practice rooms. We will provide face-to-face facilitation, and you will have the opportunity to engage with fellow participants. There will also be digital content and engagement. Wi-Fi will be provided on-site to all participants throughout the event. Smartphones, iPad minis, and Galaxy tablets are not recommended for this experience.
Hotel Accommodations
AVID has negotiated group rates for participants provided through the button below. While the majority of our partner hotels offer complimentary Wi-Fi and other amenities, we recommend verifying at the time of check-in. It is the participant’s responsibility to make, change, or cancel hotel and airfare reservations. Hotel and airfare reservations do not guarantee registration for an event.
Hotel Room Reservations
You can reserve your room(s) by clicking on the button below.
When you reserve hotel rooms, you will be required to create an account for the individual or group hotel reservations. The password that you create for your account will be required to confirm, change, update, or cancel any room reservations. Refer to your confirmation email for important deadline dates that may financially impact you. A credit card will be required to hold your room reservation(s).
If you have questions about your hotel room reservations for the Orlando Summer Institute, contact Customer Service, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm ET.
For group reservation sizes of 1–14, contact Customer Service at 864-342-6363 or email [email protected]. For group reservations of 15 or more, contact Customer Service at 864-658-5188 or email [email protected].
Hotel Room Rates
Hotel room rates start at $199 per night. The specified room rate is based on single occupancy before taxes and fees. Additional occupants may incur additional fees. See detailed information about room rates on the housing site.
Additional Hotel Accommodation Questions
Please view the Hotel Accommodations FAQ page for additional information.
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Flights
AVID + Southwest® Partnership Advantage
Travelers who book their business travel for Summer Institutes by booking on SWABIZ will earn 2X the Rapid Rewards bonus points per qualifying night and will be entered into a raffle to win a free round-trip ticket!
Save money when booking travel through the AVID preferred partnership with Southwest Airlines! SWABIZ benefits include:
- Chance to win a free round-trip ticket to any Southwest destination
- DOUBLE earning bonus of Rapid Rewards points
- Discounted fares
- Ability to modify your reservations on Southwest mobile app and Southwest.com®
- Points never expire
Book a Flight with Southwest Airlines Corporate Travel.
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Getting around Orlando
Shuttle
Complimentary shuttle service is provided between contracted venues during the Summer Institute. Shuttle pickup and drop-off locations are listed below.
- JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes/The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes
- Renaissance Orlando at Sea World
- Freedom High School Parking Lot
Shuttle Schedule:
Route 1
Loop between Renaissance Orlando and SeaWorld and Grande Lakes
Sunday, June 15: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Monday, June 16: 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday, June 17: 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday June 18: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Route 2
Loop between Freedom High School parking and Grande Lakes
Sunday, June 15: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Monday, June 16: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday, June 17: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday June 18: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Event Policies
Participation Policy
Our professional learning opportunities are engaging and rigorous, and therefore, are best suited for distraction-free spaces. Each professional learning experience is designed for individual engagement. Only one participant per registration may attend.
We love children; however, participants may not bring children or guests to AVID Professional Learning, General Session, or Site Team meetings. Only invited AVID students and invited AVID guests may participate.
In order to receive your Digital Badge, you must complete the following:
- Submit all daily feedback forms, the participant reflection, and the exit survey before the end of the last training day.
- Attend all sessions and engage in the course activities. 100% attendance is required.
- Contribute to your Community of Practice by being an active participant in all sessions.
For more information, please read the AVID Center Event Code of Conduct Policy.
Health and Safety
AVID is committed to the health and safety of our participants and employees. To facilitate this effort, AVID is collaborating with the site host, vendors, and other partners to ensure that appropriate safety protocols consistent with applicable local laws and guidance are in place.
ADA Accessibility
AVID Center complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require special devices, have medically necessary dietary restrictions, or need assistance per ADA guidelines, please submit your request at least 2 weeks before the Institute starts. For additional information, please visit our ADA webpage.
MyAVID Store
Two Ways to Shop!
Visit the booth at the JW Marriott, Grande Registration Desk, or shop online at myavidstore.com.
Additional Questions
Please contact [email protected] or call 1-833-AVID-CARE (1-833-284-3227) if you have any additional questions.