The City of Los Alamitos Recreation & Community Services Department is holding its 5th annual ELEVATE Teen Conference event on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Local middle and high school-age students are invited to participate in this personal development conference from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Los Alamitos Community Center (10911 Oak Street) for a price of $5. This event is in partnership with Casa Youth Shelter, Financial Partners Credit Union, Los Alamitos Police Department, Orange County Fire Authority, The Youth Center, The BOLO Project, Tilly’s Life Center, Orange County Health Department Agency, and Southland Credit Union.
The event will entail participants spending the whole day in educational, fun, and interactive sessions led by the partnering organizations, and more. Sessions are focused on self-improvement, self-confidence, safety, special interests, and adulting 101. Continental breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks will be provided. The event also provides an excellent opportunity for students to earn service hours, as seven service hour credits will be granted for attending.
Scholarships are available for this event! For more information, please email cdeterding@cityoflosalamitos.org or contact the Recreation and Community Services Department at (562) 430 – 1073.