RSVP is a student engagement program sponsored by National Association of Student Councils and the National Association of Secondary School Principals.

• Students sharing genuine thoughts, ideas, and opinions in a respectful environment underpinned by trust

• Students offering realistic suggestions and expectations for the good of the whole

• Students accepting responsibility not only for what they say, but also for what needs to be done

RSVP uses a process to engage and empower students to:

• Identify their issues and concerns

• Suggest realistic solutions

• Volunteer in student-led action that makes a positive difference

What the Data Says

Students who believe they have voice in school are:

• 7X more likely to be academically motivated than students who do not believe they have a voice

• 9X more likely to experience purpose in school

• 8X more likely to experience engagement in school

• 4X more likely to experience self-worth

RSVP Student Summits

• Share opinions and generate lists of top concerns

• Suggest realistic solutions and create doable action plans

• Review the plans and volunteer

Student Roles in RSVP

Leadership Team (10-12 members)

• Support facilitators

• Organize summit materials

• Analyze and report summit outcomes

Summit Facilitators

• Run the student summits

• Report summit results

• Assist leadership team with summit prep