On May 1, 2026, Alhambra High School held its annual Economics Summit, where students represented assigned countries and participated in various simulated international trade negotiations with other summit teams. The event enabled students to apply economic concepts in a real-world setting by managing resources, forming alliances, and creating trade agreements designed to strengthen their countries’ economies. Throughout the summit, students engaged in discussions, negotiations, as well as strategic decision-making, giving students a hands-on learning experience that highlighted the complexities of global trade and international relations.
The summit included an awards ceremony recognizing students for their creativity, preparation, and participation throughout the event. Awards were presented for categories such as Best Video and Best Costume, emphasizing the effort teams put into representing their assigned countries through video presentations and traditional attire. Students also participated in a flag quiz competition where summit teams tested their knowledge of national flags from around the world. The activities added a competitive and engaging element to the summit while encouraging cultural awareness and teamwork among participants.
Panama earned first place for Best Video after impressing judges with its presentation and creativity. Students also participated in a flag quiz competition, where teams tested their knowledge of national flags from around the world. In the trade competition portion of the summit, teams were ranked based on the total number of points earned through negotiations and trade agreements throughout the event. Laos finished in first place with 126 points, followed by Kyrgyzstan with 118 points. Mongolia placed third with 117 points, winning a tiebreaker over Azerbaijan through its Issue Statement presentation. Azerbaijan also finished with 117 points, while the Philippines earned 115 points and Thailand followed closely with 114 points. Egypt and Croatia each finished with 112 points, while Singapore, Kuwait, and Belgium all concluded the summit with 110 points. The competition showcased students’ strategic thinking, communication skills, and ability to brainstorm in a fast paced environment.
