1. Why should we train our student leaders? 2. Why should that training be ongoing? 3. Why does this also apply to our Activities Directors?
Across California, student leadership programs are already...
Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator
• April 23, 2026
Sometimes students fight for an opportunity and never get it. Sometimes they stop trying. Sometimes life places them exactly where they were meant to be anyway.
For Jayden Morash, leadership began with...
Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator
• April 21, 2026
Sometimes leadership begins with a campaign speech. Sometimes it begins with being noticed.
For Hannah Bautista, the journey started in eighth grade during what was supposed to be an ordinary school...
Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator
• April 19, 2026
Sometimes leadership begins with a grand dream. Sometimes it begins with a choice between band and leadership.
For Vivian Zhang, it started in sixth grade when her middle school students had two elective...
Paul Chylinski, Print Media Coordinator
• October 1, 2025
Nearly 1,600 student leaders from across the region gathered in late September and early October for the Area A Student Leadership Conference, a two-day event filled with energy, inspiration, and hands-on...
Getting involved is as easy as going to the [URL] where you can find all of the current info, as well as all future information related to the election process. Make sure to follow our Instagram (@caslfan)...
Ambassadors, What are you most excited about this upcoming year?
Caroline Calma"I'm looking forward to the workshops and speakers that the CASL Conference provides!"
Evelin Villanueva Rosario"I'm...
By: Jennifer Rodrigues – Arroyo High School Director of Activities and Area B Council
On November 25, 2024, Area B kicked off Leaderpalooza: A Spirit Festival, the CADA Bay Area Student Conference.
A...
Ruth Simonds, Area E Coordinator
• October 15, 2024
On October 15, 2024, the Area E Student Conference brought together over 1,600 leadership students and advisors at the Pasadena Convention Center for an impactful day of learning, connection, and inspiration....
Shawna Sousa, Area C Coordinator
• October 7, 2024
The Area C Student Conference was a resounding success! Over 2,000 students gathered at our new location, Matilda Torres High School in Madera. The energy was palpable as keynote speakers Carlos Alberto...
On October 1st and 2nd, the California Association of Directors of Activities (CADA) Area A hosted the annual NorCal Student Leadership Conference at the Yolo County Fairgrounds...
On September 16, 2024, 800 leadership students from 20 high schools across San Diego and Imperial Counties came together for a day filled with learning, inspiration, and excitement at the Area G High School...
