The 10th grade AVID Elective course starts with students creating a digital profile to document their high school and community activities, fostering personal organization and record-keeping skills. Students focus on advancing critical reading skills, a key competency at this stage of academic development. An argumentative writing unit hones students’ persuasive communication skills. The continuation of financial literacy study includes lessons on banking, saving, employment, insurance, and tax credits. Student agency and self-confidence are developed to prepare students to become purpose-driven leaders. The 10th-grade AVID course uniquely blends academic, financial, digital literacy, and leadership skills, equipping students for future endeavors.