The Simi Valley Youth Council, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute, Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District, and the Simi Valley Unified School District will host the 19th Annual Youth Summit, Explore Your Purpose!, on Thursday, March 12, 2020, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.  This free annual leadership conference is designed to inspire high school youth to set goals, enhance leadership abilities, and become involved in their community. Youth Summit participants will be inspired by a motivational speaker, participate in team building and leadership exercises, learn the importance of community involvement, and share lunch while discussing community issues and ideas with local dignitaries.

Attendance at the event is recognized by the Simi Valley Unified School District as an educational activity and is an excused absence designated as school business. High school students outside the Simi Valley Unified School District are also welcome to attend. 

Students interested in attending the Youth Summit are required to submit an application and guardian permission forms in advance. Applications may be submitted online by visiting the City’s website at www.simivalley.org/YouthSummit. Additionally, hard copy applications may be obtained by contacting Kristin Tignac, Youth Council Coordinator, at (805) 583-6766. Completed applications must be received prior to Thursday, March 5, 2020 (the extended deadline). Space is limited to the first 150 students. No walk-ins the day of the event will be allowed.

The Simi Valley Youth Council is an advisory board to the City Council on issues that affect the Youth in the community. Community members and youth are encouraged to follow the Youth Council on Instagram @simivalleyyouthcouncil.