5th Annual CSF/CJSF
Virtual Student Leadership Conference
February 8, 2025, 9-11:30am

Session Guide

(Subject to change)

#1 Fundraising 101: Basic Guide to fundraising; Maximizing your time and effort
Throughout this presentation, I will delineate various ways to fundraise, providing concrete examples of previous fundraising projects that I have participated in, whether as an ASB officer for my school (e.g., school dances and snack booths), president of clubs in which I fundraised for organizations that I cared deeply about, or advisory board member who contributed to raising awareness of a multi-city fundraiser. Additionally, I will include areas to consider when fundraising and convey specifics about reaching out to local businesses that may offer partnership opportunities. Overall, the presentation will focus on generating fundraising ideas and breaking down the steps to make it less daunting and more doable, encouraging participants to mobilize and maximize their efforts in fundraising.
El Segundo High School CSF
Presenter: Jadden Lai-Yates

#2 Appropriately Using AI/Chat GPT in Academic Settings
This session will address different ways students can appropriately use AI (summarize notes, make practice problems, explain concepts, etc.) as well as different ways teachers can appropriately use AI (create worksheets, example curriculums, etc.) in your coursework. Finally, the team will caution students about places where AI should not be used.
Marlborough School CSF
Presenter: Alene Abdulian

#3 Strengthening Tomorrow: How you can shape the futures of children in underserved communities through the AME project (and get hours!)
This presentation will include a video featuring Immaculate Heart High School members describing the AME project and promoting involvement in the project.
Immaculate Heart High School CSF
Presenter: Heidi Suarez

#4 College Now! Dual Enrollment Opportunities for All
I’ll guide students through the Diablo Valley College concurrent enrollment process and discuss the pros, cons, and how-to’s for taking college courses as a middle or high schooler! Content will take the form of an engaging slideshow presentation with a corresponding discussion.
Sequoia Middle School CJSF
Presenter: Maya Manchester

#5 The Effectiveness of a Confident Individual
This presentation will be about the power of saying no, setting goals for yourself, and not being afraid of rejection. We will also explain how being a confident person help you in CSF.
Horizon Charter School CSF
Presenter: Alexandria Castro

#6 Community Service (needs a more compelling title)
This session will present our chapter’s successful coat and sock drive and other events we have hosted to support our community.
San Marcos Middle School CJSF
Presenters: Kaylen Le, Siona Senthil, Yaretzi Cortes, Cecilia Lara, Olivia Lee

#7 Rest for Success: When Rest is More Productive Than Hustle
I will share my personal journey of striving for success at the cost of health, highlighting how ignoring my bodily signals ended up hurting me in the long run. The session will include interactive activities where students reflect on their own experiences with burnout and stress. I will present case studies on the consequences of overworking and under-resting, alongside stories of others who found balance
Students will learn actionable strategies for listening to their bodies, prioritizing rest, and practicing self-care. Practical habits like mindful breathing, time management, and healthy sleep will be introduced. Lastly, I will teach the SMART goal-setting framework to help students set balanced, achievable goals without sacrificing their health.
Pacific Ridge School
Presenter: Abigail Qiu

#8 Thriving in High School: Time Management and Successful Study Skills
I know how it feels to be confused and lost about how to succeed in a much more rigorous setting like high school. The transition from middle school to high school is very difficult. My objective is for students to leave my presentation feeling much more confident in tackling their hard classes. I want students to take the tips I will give and apply them to their day-to-day lives. I want them to retain information well, perform those tests with confidence, and receive an amazing score. Subtopics will include time management skills, study skills, and tips on balancing your academic and social life.
Capistrano Valley High School
Presenter: Valentina Naranjo

#9 You Mattress, I Chair! The Power of Mental Health In Schools
Sometimes, in schools, the mental health of students is understated and dismissed. In these situations, there are no viable programs or help that students can seek. What’s more, students are susceptible to depression and anxiety as they face stressful situations at school, whether it is academically or socially. As a result, this presentation aims to be more than a deck of slides. Rather, it will be focused on spreading awareness of the pervasive issues of mental health and educating others on the overarching importance of students’ wellbeing. We want to encourage students to reflect on themselves and their community by engaging them through our interactive session. Most importantly, we want to inspire students to implement what they have learned in our session in their school communities.
Iron Horse Middle School CJSF
Presenter: Anna Truong

#10 Leadership (needs a compelling title)
This presentation will focus on the leadership necessary to effectively run a successful CSF club.
Claremont High School CSF
Presenter: Zara Achondo

#11 Beyond the Screen: The Real World Effects of Social Media
This presentation is focused on exploring the positive effects of social media, as well as the negative effects on mental health, the impact on human relationships and communication, societal influence, and the future of social media.
Palisades Charter High School CSF
Presenter: Helena Gabrielsen

#12 Our Community Service Project Addressing Homelessness in the Bay Area (title pending)
This session will present Notre Dame San Jose High School’s project to support the homeless in the Bay Area.
Notre Dame San Jose High School CSF
Facilitator: Mariam Elshareif

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