2026 Parent and Student Voices
A strategic audit of the three AELF leadership pathways through the eyes of the families we serve. 2026 stands as a validated baseline, and the data sets a clear forward roadmap for 2027.
A validated baseline
Every parent surveyed in 2026 reported a major or significant impacton their scholar. Students rated AELF an average of 4.6 out of 5across confidence, public speaking, leadership, academics, civic awareness, and brotherhood. 96 percent of families indicated they intend to return for the 2027 cohort.
The Oratorical Contest emerges as the bedrock pillar of the curriculum, validated by families across all three program tracks. Mentorship and academic coaching follow closely, with rising interest in expanded etiquette and presence training.
The findings establish 2026 as the measured baseline. The 2027 roadmap that follows is grounded in family voice and includes a strict no AI speech policy, expanded etiquette workshops, and deeper civic engagement programming.
Parent Impact and Return Intent
Parent Reported Impact
Every respondent reported major or significant impact
2027 Return Intent
96 percent definitely or likely returning
Student Growth Across Six Dimensions
Student Self Reported Growth
Rated on a five point scale
Satisfaction by Program
Parent and student averages across the three tracks
Which pillars families value most
Pillar Validation Score
Percent of families rating each pillar highly valuable
The Oratorical Contest, validated
Across all three tracks, families identified the Oratorical Contest as the signature experience that builds confidence, voice, and presence. The 2027 cycle will enforce a strict no AI policy for student speeches, ensuring the authentic voice and growth that families value most.
Overall Family Satisfaction
Composite Satisfaction
Weighted average across parents and students
2027 Forward Roadmap
- Strict no AI speech policy for all Oratorical Contest entries.
- Expanded etiquette and presence workshops across all three tracks.
- Deeper civic engagement with community partners and elected officials.
- Parent advisory cohort to co design 2027 program enhancements.
- Annual evaluation cadence anchored to this 2026 baseline.
Anchored in family voice
Every figure summarized here is drawn from the official 2026 Parent and Student Programmatic Evaluation Report.
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