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Student leaders describe 'Leaders in Life' conference to Kern County board
Summary
Youth leaders from the Leaders in Life conference described the student-led program, its activities and leadership development, and invited trustees to the annual event on March 12; trustees praised the students’ presentations.
Students and organizers presented the 26th annual Leaders in Life youth conference to the Kern County Board of Education.
Morgan Clayton, identified as a founder, and county staff described the conference as youth‑led and youth‑driven with multiple subcommittees and student executive leadership. Clayton said the conference expects over 2,000 participants this year and highlighted partnerships with local CTE programs that produced conference shirts.
Student leaders Alyssa Paredes (chair) and Tanav Devaneni (co‑chair) spoke about how the program developed their leadership skills and provided tangible experience in organizing events. Alyssa said her primary goal was creating a safe space for students to speak openly; Tanav described personal gains in confidence and leadership since joining the program. Trustees praised both students and encouraged continued support; staff reminded attendees the conference is March 12.
