Peer Advocates

Peer Resource and Mental Health Advocates at Foothill High School

Peer Advocates

Mental and Social Issue Advocates at Foothill High School

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Peer Advocates

Mental and Social Issue Advocates at Foothill High School

(Notice: this website is best viewed on a laptop. Some features may not show up on mobile. Computer viewing is highly recommended)

Advocate for Mental Health

The mission of the Peer Advocates Program is to create an accepting community that empowers students through peer education, support, and advocacy. This includes addressing and advocating for Mental Health.

Discuss and Help Resolve Social Issues

Discuss and Help Resolve Social Issues

We encourage those around us to speak up and take action regarding social dilemmas they're passionate about

We encourage those around us to speak up and take action regarding social dilemmas they're passionate about

Workshops

Mental Health Week

Mental Health Week

Workshops

Mental Health Week

Mental Health Week

Presentations

We create presentations specifically targeting different issues we're passionate about and help deliver them to classrooms.

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Supported by Counselors










Supported by Counselors


















Mrs. Wharton - PA Advisor

Mrs. Wharton has worked as a school counselor (Hart Middle School - Foothill High School) for over 25 years. Her experience and guidance is invaluable to the efficacy of achieving our program's mission. She currently splits her time between Amador, Foothill, and District Office as a support counselor and program specialist. If you have any questions or need support of any kind, please reach her at:

mwharton@pleasantonusd.net

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Peer Advocates?

What is Peer Advocates?

How do I apply?

How do I apply?

What do Peer Advocates do?

What do Peer Advocates do?

Is it a class? A club? Can I earn credits?

Is it a class? A club? Can I earn credits?

Can incoming freshman apply?

Can incoming freshman apply?

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READ Program Overview BEFORE APPLYING

READ Program Overview BEFORE APPLYING

READ Program Overview BEFORE APPLYING