South County Youth Summit Student Registration closes on May 1

Soledad, CA — The Youth Councils of Greenfield, Gonzales, and Soledad are proud to announce the 3rd

Annual South County Youth Summit (SCYS) on May 2, 2026, from 9am to 2pm at the Dennis and Janice

Caprara Community Center in Gonzales.

Student registration closes on Friday, May 1, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Organizers strongly encourage students to

Organized by youth, for youth, the summit brings together students, community leaders, and organizations to

empower the next generation with the knowledge, connections, and opportunities they need to succeed.

This year’s theme, “Beyond the Diploma,” focuses on helping students explore what comes next—whether that

means college, career pathways, or programs designed to support their transition into the next chapter of their

lives.

Following last year's success with over 100 participants, this year’s summit is expected to draw 130–140

attendees. The program includes interactive workshops, a resource fair, giveaway prizes, and complimentary

lunch.

The summit will also feature a series of engaging, hands-on workshops designed to help students build

practical life skills beyond the classroom. Topics include teen driver safety, financial literacy to help youth

understand budgeting and money management, and Cooking 101 to introduce simple, healthy meal preparation.

Event Details:

When: Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Where: Dennis & Janice Caprara Community Center, Gonzales, CA

Who: Youth from Greenfield, Gonzales, Soledad, and surrounding areas

Admission: Free event. Advance registration required by Friday, May 1 at 11:00 a.m. Register online:

https://hovqr.me/a007ed70

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