Atlanta Students Leading Students Participate in Regional Summer Leadership Summit

This summer, members of the Atlanta Students Leading Students (SLS) chapter joined youth leaders from seven other SLS chapters across Northern Michigan for an inspiring Summer Leadership Summit in Gaylord.

The summit brought together student leaders who share a common goal—making their schools and communities healthier, safer, and more connected. Throughout the day, students participated in interactive leadership activities, team-building exercises, and discussions focused on developing the skills needed to create positive change in their hometowns.

Representing Atlanta with pride, our students collaborated with peers from neighboring communities, exchanging ideas, learning from one another, and building lasting relationships. The summit provided an opportunity for participants to strengthen their leadership abilities while exploring new ways to engage their classmates in prevention, wellness, and community service initiatives during the upcoming school year.

Students took part in workshops that emphasized communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and planning successful youth-led events. They also discussed the importance of being positive role models and how student voices can make a meaningful impact in preventing substance misuse and promoting healthy choices among their peers.

"The best part of the summit was connecting with other students who are passionate about making a difference," shared one participant. "It was encouraging to see that we're all working toward similar goals in our communities."

The Atlanta Students Leading Students chapter returned home energized, inspired, and ready to put new ideas into action. As they prepare for the new school year, they look forward to planning activities that encourage leadership, promote healthy lifestyles, and strengthen school spirit.

A special thank you goes out to the organizers, advisors, and community partners who made this year's Summer Leadership Summit possible. Investing in youth leadership today helps build stronger, healthier communities for tomorrow.

We are proud of our Atlanta SLS students for representing their school and community so well, and we look forward to seeing all they accomplish in the year ahead.