FAQ

Ambassador FAQ

Everything you need to get started as a WhereIsTheAED ambassador. Tap a question to see the answer.

How do I survey students at my school?

Create a Google Form and text it to your peers. Ideally, you want 150 student responses if your school has 1,500 to 2,500 students.

Ask students 3 easy questions:

  1. Do you know what an AED is?
  2. Do you know where the AEDs are located at your school?
  3. Do you know how to use it?

Do you have an example of an email to send my Principal?

Yes. Here is a sample email you can adapt and send to your principal.

Why will my Principal want to help me?

In 2024, California Assembly Bill No. 3262 was passed. This bill requires that when an AED is placed in a public or private school serving grades 6 to 12, the principal must, at least annually, notify pupils of the location of all AED units on campus.

What are other ways I can spread awareness?

  • If you belong to a charity organization (such as Amigos, Sandpipers, or NCL), ask if you can speak at an event.
  • Ask to speak at your local church or youth group.
  • If you play a club sport, see if you can speak before or after practice.
  • Reach out to your local fire department for support. They are often happy to attend events and can offer CPR certification.
  • Tell all your friends that anyone can use an AED. Just turn it on.
  • Become CPR certified.

How do I recruit a new Ambassador at another school?

  • Reach out to friends you play sports with, met at camp, family friends, and so on.
  • Here is a sample recruiting email you can send them.