Videos

A new mattress could be the missing piece needed for a good night's sleep. That's why West40 and Mattress Firm teamed up to provide twenty new mattresses to area families. It's the second year in a row for the mattress giveaway. Special thanks to Mattress Firm for the donation!

Fresh off his big match on All Elite Wrestling TV the night before, professional wrestler Zach Gowen visited the #West40 Safe School in Maywood, IL, on May 15, 2025, to share his inspirational story and to remind us all to not quit our daydreams! #ZachGowen #wrestling #aew #wwe #allelitewrestling #aewdynamite #beachbreak #motivationalspeaker #prostheticleg

West40 believes that every student deserves a chance for success in the classroom and in the future. Our partners at The Royal Group recently met with Seniors Plus students to introduce them to what a career in their industry could look like.

In this animated video, Gio, a student at the West40 Remote School, describes what it's like to attend school online and how the experience has positively impacted his life. Learn more about our school at www.west40.org/remote-school

The sky is the limit for students who are interested in many in-demand careers and not all of the careers require four year degrees. High school students can start their training for these careers before they graduate by participating in career and technical education programs. In this video, West40 highlights the programs offered by our partners at Ridgewood High School and Elmwood Park High School. Students at both schools (and many other high schools across Illinois) can attend training classes at area colleges and technical educational centers and get a step closer to their possible career of choice.

Yessenia Olivas is West40's Director of ALOP Operations. Her work often involves visits to advocates and students at schools in West40 partner districts. Go behind the scenes as Yessenia explains why it's important to build strong connections with team members so they can walk further with students.

West40 can help supplement or boost your school district's communications projects. We specialize in videos and graphic designs that shine light on your positive stories! Contact us at communications@west40.org