There are many resources and services available to Citrus Heights' youth. Below are a description of some of the programs, opportunities and services.
San Juan High School Media Class'
"Through the Eyes of Youth"
May 2009
San Juan High School seeks to address the growing need for digital artists in the workplace with a Digital Media Pathway for students who seek training in design, production and distribution of digital art. The media labs at San Juan High School use powerful Apple computers with industry standard software to teach video production, web design and studio management. Students in the Media Class were presented with the task to create a video describing what life is like for youth in Citrus Heights. Their video was shown at the Citrus Heights Youth Summit on May 2, 2009 and it was a hit! Congratulations to the San Juan Media Class for a job well done!
Citrus Heights Youth Resource Guide
The Citrus Heights Youth Resource Guide contains helpful information about our local services and organizations serving the youth of Citrus Heights. There are many supports and opportunities eagerly awaiting to empower youth involvement in our community, so check them out! Topics include:
After-School Programs
City, Service Clubs, and Key Organizations
Development, Leadership & Service
Employment and Training
Prevention & Intervention
Recreation, Sports & ClubsSan Juan Unified School District Community Resource DirectoryThis guide provides information regarding youth resources ranging in topic from after school programs, job information, crisis services and much more!
2009 Citrus Heights Youth Summit
On May 2nd, 2009, the City of Citrus Heights, along with Youth Development Network, hosted an event to launch community discussion about how to improve the opportunities and environment for youth in Citrus Heights. A broad spectrum of 100 community members, civic organizations and youth leaders attended the event, showing their support for the continued strengthening of youth opportunities in Citrus Heights.
Provided at the event was a
Youth Resource Guide that conveniently combines information regarding after-school programs, civic leadership organizations, recreation, sports and clubs, as well as employment and training resources and much more. This document is an excellent resource to help young residents of Citrus Heights understand the opportunities that currently exist in the community. The
Youth Summit Report is now available for viewing and distribution.
Youth Volunteerism
Hands On Sacramento is the Sacramento region's full-service volunteer action center and a committed advocate for innovative social change. From volunteer referrals to managed projects to issue education, Hands On Sacramento works with individuals, businesses, community groups, nonprofit organizations and public agencies to transform good intentions into good works. Their engaging service opportunities educate individuals, inspire further volunteerism and make an indelible impact on the community.
The Volunteer Center of Sacramento has provided two comprehensive resources to help encourage youth volunteerism. Be sure to check out both guides to see how you can help out in your area!
- The How-To Volunteer Guide helps parents, teachers and youth determine where to volunteer, what kinds of volunteer opportunities are available, and much more!
- The Youth Volunteer Directory is a comprehensive directory of non-profit organizations that welcome youth as volunteers.
Reports on Youth
The Sacramento County Children's Report Card and the California Healthy Kids Survey are two reports about the youth in our community. The Report Card is updated every two years through a community driven process to determine what the community believes are the most important facts or indicators about children. 
This report serves as the foundation to help the community guide policy development and allocate resources, set goals for improvement, track changing conditions, promote county-wide responsibility for positive change, and spur research in areas where information is lacking. Also, updated every two years is the California Healthy Kids Survey. This survey was designed to measure behaviors and, particularly, the factors that influence them. This report summarizes the results for key indicators of risk and well-being. The CHKS is an integral part of efforts to improve student academic performance, enhance youth assets, and promote positive youth development. For more information about these reports, please visit the Youth Resource Center's Reports page.
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