Patrick Cruse is a junior at City Honors International Preparatory School in Inglewood, California and a student leader passionate about student voice and equity. He serves as the Los Angeles County Student Administrative Representative, representing over 2 million students, and Executive Director of DSAC, supporting student governance and policy. He also founded a wellness club on his campus  that grew into a strong network of student ambassadors focused on mental health and peer support. In his free time, he enjoys swimming and eating pizza. He is committed to ensuring student voice is heard, valued, and turned into lasting impact.