What is the purpose of AVID student-led conferences?

The purpose of AVID student-led conferences is to foster ownership of learning among students. This approach allows students to take an active role in discussing their academic progress and goals with their peers, teachers, and family members. By leading the conversation, students reflect on their learning experiences, articulate their successes and challenges, and set future targets. This process empowers them to take responsibility for their education, encouraging self-advocacy and critical thinking skills that are essential in both academic and life situations.

In contrast, options focusing on evaluating teacher performance, discouraging student feedback, and assessing parental involvement do not align with the core objectives of student-led conferences in the AVID framework. Instead, the focus is squarely on student engagement and ownership, which is essential to the AVID philosophy of promoting student success.