How Student Advocates Make a Difference

Sometimes students need a safety net at their school to get the support they need to improve their behavior, attendance, and academics. Student advocates can be that support system. This episode of Shift Everything is a discussion with two West40 student advocates, who share what it’s like to help make a difference in the lives of students.

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