Posts by Elizabeth Woodard
Reintroducing AVID
AVID has a rich history in the audio world. From the first headsets on TWA flights in the ‘60s to connecting students in the 21st century, we’ve been on the front lines of accessible audio. But in 2019, we started asking important questions like “Why do we do what we do?” And “What makes AVID,…
Read MoreAn Inside Look at Children’s Media
To get an inside look at children’s media, we met with Senior Director of Development & Children’s Programming at Pinna, Amy Kraft. She is exactly what you’d think of when you picture someone who creates content for kids- quick-witted, hilarious and extremely warm and genuine. Currently, she is executive producing a new podcast series for…
Read MoreInvest in Our Planet: Celebrating Earth Day 2022
‘Invest in our planet’ is this years theme for Earth Day and no one may relate to this better than Steven Napoli, President & CEO of TERRA (The Electronic Reuse and Recycling Alliance), the largest network of Certified Recyclers in North America. AVID has partnered with TERRA to provide a means to recycle audio devices.…
Read MoreListen Now: The Educational Epoch Change You Didn’t Know Happened
A Recent Learning Transformation With the expanding variety of digital tools and curriculums at our fingertips, what exactly is the future of learning? While in parallel, how do we ensure learning opportunities are available to everyone? On this episode of the Learning Counsel EduJedi Report: The Educational Epoch Change You Didn’t Know Happened, host LeiLani…
Read MoreThe First Step in the AVID Learning Journey
At AVID, we believe learning is a part of everyday life that starts at an early age and we are here to provide headsets and headphones to enhance the learning experience every step of the way. The First Step in the AVID Learning Journey As part of our suite of audio solutions, we are pleased…
Read MoreAVID Partners with TERRA
AVID is proud to announce a partnership with TERRA and the Done with IT program to offer a no-cost recycling solution for communities across the country. AVID Partners with TERRA Sustainable e-waste recycling and reuse is an essential component of an equitable and global economy. As the world’s e-waste crisis continues to grow, TERRA (The…
Read MoreTop Ten Memorable Moments of 2021
A big part of the new year is reflection, and we are so grateful to be able to look back on our top ten memorable moments of 2021 with a feeling of pride and accomplishment. Read on as we highlight these notable moments from the past year. We Became Recognized as a Top 10…
Read MoreSupporting Schools in Real Time
To provide the best support for schools, the AVID team is mindful of the needs of students and educators as we position our inventory to ensure availability of our award-winning audio solutions developed for learning. In our recent article in CIO Coverage, we delve deeper into the ways AVID continues to adapt, scale and sustain to…
Read MoreAVID Participates in FocusCalm Workplace Wellness Experiment
The eight AVID employee-owners who participated in the experiment received a FocusCalm headband and access to the FocusCalm app. While wearing the headband, the AVID team used the daily tracker, guided meditations and played brain games. FocusCalm scores were captured by neuron sensors on the headband and displayed on the app for training and progress.…
Read MoreAVID Recognized as Ten Best Innovative EdTech Companies to Watch by CIO Coverage
AVID is honored to be recognized as one of CIO Coverage Magazine’s Ten Best Innovative EdTech Companies to watch in 2021. CIO Coverage defines this acclamation in their opening statement, “EdTech companies emphasize the enhancement of software and technology to provide a better comprehensive learning environment for students and lessen the burden of teachers. EdTech…
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