A city is planning to widen a main road by eliminating sidewalks that many students use on their way to school. Which of the following is the school leader's most effective means of advocating for student safety?
a. Presenting the council with data on the number of students who use the sidewalks and student pedestrian accidents
b. Hosting a community event to raise awareness about the importance of sidewalks for student safety
c. Conducting a survey among parents to gather opinions on the road widening project
d. Organizing a protest to halt the road widening project