Other Programs

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a program used across schools to help all students succeed by focusing on fairness and putting students at the center of their learning. The main goal is to close the opportunity gap and prepare students for college, careers, and life.

In AVID Elementary, students are taught important academic skills and higher-level thinking from a young age, which helps them succeed as they move through school.

Key Benefits:

• Encourages a growth mindset, helping kids believe that going to college is possible and something they can work toward.
• Provides academic, social, and emotional support to help students succeed.
• Teaches age-appropriate skills that will prepare them for middle school, high school, and college.

In short, AVID helps your child develop the habits and confidence they need for long-term academic success.
 

The Pando Initiative focuses on individual students who are struggling with school and life. The program positions a dedicated staff member inside schools to help remove obstacles, both academic and non-academic, that keep students from reaching their goals and being successful. Success is measured by improving attendance, behavior, and academic performance.STEALTH is a K-5 program dedicated to offering academic assistance and enrichment activities in an afterschool setting.

Students experience STEM, fine arts, service learning, and health and wellness enrichment activities in an engaging afterschool environment.  

All students are invited to apply for STEALTH and a wait list will be created once the maximum enrollment number is reached.

Priority for enrollment is given to students who require academic support.
 

All WPS elementary schools are able to serve students who qualify for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) support and do not require special assignment.

If you have questions about these services, please check with our office or you can speak with the team at Multilingual Education Services to work through the options that will be best for your student's future.

Students may be assigned to Colvin Elementary as part of the Newcomer program if they have very recently moved to the United States as an immigrant or refugee and need more intense support to learn English as well as school and life skills. In these programs, students learn alongside others who are also new to the country.

Good News Club is led by former Colvin teacher Bethany Atherton. This is a weekly after-school club that meets to offer Bible lessons, songs, and games. Good News Clubs meets every Wednesday unless a holiday, special event, or school break is scheduled on the same day. 

Diamond Art Club is led by Colvin Para, Elisha Snell. This is a weekly after-school club that meets on Thursdays 

Coach Kenny, who is a substitute for USD 259, leads this group along with a couple other adults. Soccer Club is held on Colvin school property or at a local facility weather permitted. Students meet on Saturdays at 10 am, unless a holiday or weather is during that week or day to play soccer, . 

Crochet club is lead by counselor, Marsha Norton. This is a club that operates during school time during 5th 

• Teaches Skills: Guides students in learning to crochet with a hook and yarn.
• Promotes Relaxation: Offers a calming, rhythmic activity for students.
• Builds Community: Connects students with shared interests.
• Charitable Focus: Students often crochet items for donation, like hats or blankets. 

Our mission is to promote positive youth development by increasing protective factors and reducing risk factors through prosocial activities, mentoring, life skills education, and support for emotional well-being.

Our vision is to build a future where opportunity is accessible to all, and every person has the support needed to thrive—regardless of their background or life circumstances. We foster a safe and supportive environment where young people can grow in confidence, resilience, and hope for the future.

We are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of youth and families facing challenges related to poverty, trauma, and involvement with the juvenile justice system. Our evidence-informed programs promote opportunity, well-being, and positive youth development.

https://primefityouthfoundation.org/