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TDS All-Star Rules

2022 All-Star Rules

Join the Teens in the Driver Seat All-Stars and win cash for your school. Every hard-working team has a chance to win cash for their school and to be recognized as a 1-star, 2-star, 3-star, or 4-star school. Teams receive points for completed and reported activities to earn their place as an All-Star! We keep track and post a Leader Board throughout the year, so you know where you’re at and how much more you need to do to place as a TDS All-Star.

Everything your team does has a point value, so report everything you do and take pictures at all your events (including any partners that attend), and post them on social media (tag @teensdriverseat) for additional points.


TEXAS SCHOOLS

  • For all Texas schools, to earn full credit for TDS All-Star Activities each Event/Activity Form must be accompanied with student sign-in sheet(s) OR a one-time signed letter from the Principal or Superintendent (download) confirming attendance for the event, start, and end time, and for the planning hours leading up to the event. All letters and sign-in sheet(s) must be submitted to TTI – Teens in the Driver Seat® prior to the deadline.  Sign-in sheets or confirmation letters may be submitted as an attachment within the Event/Activity form, mailed, faxed, or emailed to TTI – Teens in the Driver Seat, 1100 NW Loop 410, Suite 605, San Antonio, TX 78213, Fax: 210-979-9694, Email: [email protected]

TDS All-Stars High School Criteria

TDS All-Stars Junior High Criteria

POINT EARNING SCALE

April 3, 2021, through April 1, 2022. These rules were updated on June 2, 2021.

SURVEY – REQUIRED TO QUALIFY FOR ALL-STARS CASH

Surveys can be conducted electronically! Survey instructions are included in your welcome email and resource kit.

20 points For completing and returning annual school surveys by April 1, 2022.  Surveys have a mandatory minimum number of surveys that must be completed based on school size. If completed before April 1, 2022, points will be counted towards current All-Stars. If completed after April 1, 2022, points will be counted towards 2023 All-Stars. No Activity Form Required.

High Schools with a student population of:

  • 449 students or less complete a minimum of 100 surveys or half of the student body
  • 450-1059 students complete a minimum of 150 surveys
  • 1060+ students complete a minimum of 200 surveys

Junior High Schools with a student population of:

  • 359 students or less complete a minimum of 50 surveys or half of the student body
  • 400 – 749 students complete a minimum of 100 surveys
  • 750+ students complete a minimum of 150 surveys

ZERO HERO  INVOLVEMENT

Formerly Zero Crazy. Schools may sign up and complete any Zero Hero activity anytime during the school year. There are 3 Zero Hero activities: seat belt observations, distracted driving observations, and distracted walker observations.

 

15 points For completing and returning pre- and post-observation data by April 1, 2022. If completed before April 1, 2022, points will be counted towards current All-Stars. If completed between April 2, 2022 and May 6, 2022, points will be counted towards next All-Stars.

Your observations are proof of your participation – no activity form required. However, do complete activity reports for your focused outreach activities conducted between the observations.

10 Bonus points Awarded to schools who complete both Zero Hero seat belts and the Zero Hero distracted driving activity by April 1, 2022.

YOU IN THE DRIVER SEAT APP

5-20 points
Awarded based on the number of students within a school actively using the app, as listed below. An active user is defined as obtaining at least 10 safe trips per user within the All-Star period of April 3, 2021 – April 1, 2022. No Activity Form Required.

5 points – 5 students
10 points – 10 students
15 points – 25 students
20 points – 50 students

These All-Star Program points are not related to (i.e., are in addition to) the in-app cash awards needed to achieve gift cards. Please refer to the app page for current award levels.

RESPECT THE RIG EVENT

*5 Bonus points will be awarded for reporting activities within a month (30 days) after your activity was conducted, including required sign-in sheets or signed school administrator letters (Texas schools only).

20 points* For conducting a Respect the Rig safety outreach event available to at least 50% of the student population, to include outreach focused on pedestrian, bicycling, and driving safely around large trucks and buses. The fair may include a large truck and safety expert on-premises (contact your regional rep to request) or TDS provided tablets, or TDS/FMCSA provided resources. The event can be at your school or within your community.

An Event/Activity Form must be completed.

RIDE WITH ME – JUNIOR HIGH

A virtual activity that can be completed anytime during the school year. Schools must sign up.

No Activity Form Required.

15 points For Junior High Schools complete all activity requirements before April 1, 2022 deadline. For completion after this date, points will be counted towards the next TDS All-Stars.

ONLINE INVOLVEMENT / ONLINE RESOURCE USE

1 point For each photo of online or on-campus activities you share on the TDS or YTS Ped/Bike Facebook wall, Instagram, or Twitter. Must tag @teensdriverseat or @YouthWalkBikeSafe. Duplicate entries are not eligible. It must be apparent which school is posting and have a description of the activity with a risk message. No Activity Form Required.
10 points/20 max
For each school selected for Teen Takeover. 10 points are awarded per event/activity day. No Activity Form Required.
5 points For each student selected for the Teen of the Month. No Activity Form Required.
5 points For the winner of each online contest, other than the Driving the Message annual contest. No Activity Form Required.

ACTIVITIES AND OUTREACH (ONLINE, ON-CAMPUS, OR IN THE COMMUNITY)

Be sure to turn in all Event/Activity Forms by April 1, 2022. Activities turned in after this date will be counted towards 2023 All-Stars.

The below points cannot be combined for one event. To receive credit for assembly and safety fair points, events must be held on separate dates.

*5 Bonus points will be awarded for reporting activities within a month (30 days) after your activity was conducted, including required sign-in sheets or signed school administrator letters (Texas schools only).

Up to 10 points* For conducting an online or on-campus **interactive safe teen driving activity, event, or small assembly with the following participation.

An Event/Activity Form must be completed.

*Interactive activities are where the audience is actively engaged, learning, and participating. The activity must allow a two-way flow of information. Examples include trivia, an obstacle course, hands-on activity, questioning and answering, and discussion.

High School:
(Small) 3 points/max 30:   10-40 participants
(Medium) 5 points:            41-79 participants
(Large) 10 points:         80+ participants

Junior High:
(Small) 3 points/max 30:   5-20 participants
(Medium) 5 points:            21-39 participants
(Large) 10 points:         40+ participants

20 points* For hosting a safe driving assembly available to at least 50% of the student population.

An Event/Activity Form must be completed.

20 points* For hosting a safety fair available to at least 50% of the student population. Must include at least 3 learning stations focused on being a safe passenger or safe driver.

An Event/Activity Form must be completed.

20 points* For hosting a Respect the Rig safety fair available to at least 50% of the student population, to include a demonstration of safety around large trucks with a large truck and safety expert on-premises (contact your TDS representative to reserve) or TDS provided tablets, or TDS/FMCSA provided resources.

An Event/Activity Form must be completed.

5 bonus points/max 20 For collaboration with a community partner (i.e, TxDOT Traffic Safety Specialist (TSS), local State Farm Agent, Safe Kids Coordinator, Law enforcement, or First responders) who attends an assembly or safety fair.  Per event, maximum 20 points per school. Partner information must be reported on the Event/Activity Form.

NEWS & MEDIA

5 points* For each TDS activity featured in the school paper or school website. The story must include and be relevant to a top risk of teen drivers and mention Teens in the Driver Seat. Please include a link or copy of the article/story in activity form.

An Event/Activity Form must be completed.

15 points* For each school whose TDS team or TDS activity is featured in a newspaper or television story. The story must include and be relevant to a top risk of teen drivers and mention Teens in the Driver Seat. Please include a link or copy of the article/story in activity form.

An Event/Activity Form must be completed.

20 points For each school selected to hold a TDS news conference. No Activity Form Required.

STATIONARY MESSAGING

Stationary messaging includes large-format messaging that remains hung at the school that does not include additional outreach or communication. Messaging may include banners, yard signs, bulletin boards, fence cups, and posters.

3 points/max 30 Considered a small activity. For utilizing fixed messaging resources on campus, such as banners, yard signs, bulletin boards, fence cups, and posters.

An Event/Activity Form must be completed.

5 bonus points for each topic + activity points
For utilizing TDS/FMCSA Respect the Rig, TDS/UP Rail Safety, or TDS Pedestrian / Bike resources from kit or online.

An Event/Activity Form must be completed.

TEAM MEETINGS

1 point/max 10* For holding a team meeting to plan Teens in the Driver Seat® outreach. The meeting must be at least 30 minutes.

An Event/Activity Form must be completed.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD (TAB) INVOLVEMENT

(APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 7, 2022)

1 point For each student that applies for Teens in the Driver Seat® Teen Advisory Board (TAB) by March 7, 2022. Maximum 5 points per school. No Activity Form Required.
5 points For each student selected for the Teens in the Driver Seat® Teen Advisory Board (TAB). No Activity Form Required.
3 points For each meeting your TAB member attends. No Activity Form Required.
5 points
For each student elected as TAB co-chair. No Activity Form Required.

OTHER

5 points For referring the program to a new High School. Points will be awarded only if the new school starts their own Teens in the Driver Seat® program, and notes the referrer on their first order form. No Activity Form Required.
10 points For referring the program to a new or returning Junior High School (Texas and Georgia only). Points will be awarded only if the new school starts their own Teens in the Driver Seat® program or returns after not having the program for two school years. The school must note the referrer on their order form (under “Who/what prompted you to sign up?”). No Activity Form Required.
1 point/max 10 For every new student that turns in a photo/video release form. No Activity Form Required.

DRIVING THE MESSAGE CONTEST INVOLVEMENT

(CONTEST: NOVEMBER 1, 2021 – JANUARY 28, 2022)

1 point/max 10
For each eligible contest entry received. No Activity Form Required.
8 points For each contest entry that places 3rd place. No Activity Form Required.
9 points For each contest entry that places 2nd place. No Activity Form Required.
10 points For each contest entry that places 1st place. No Activity Form Required.

SPONSTAR AWARD

(NOMINATIONS: FEBRUARY 10, 2022 – MARCH 25, 2022)

1 point/max 3
For each eligible nomination received from your school. Maximum 3 points per school. No Activity Form Required.
5 points For the school of a SponStar winner. No Activity Form Required.

RULES

  • Teens in the Driver Seat® 2022 All-Stars is open to all program schools.
    A program school is a high school or junior high that has completed an order form and received a resource kit for the 2021-2022 school years.
  • To be recognized in an All-Star category, High Schools must complete:
    • 4-Stars ($1,000): 250+ points, TDS Surveys and complete 3 of the following: Zero Hero Seat Belt, Zero Hero Distraction, have five students actively using the You in the Driver Seat app, or conduct a Big Rig event. Active use is defined as at least 10 safe trips per user within the All-Star period of April 3, 2021 – April 1, 2022.
    • 3-Stars ($500): 150+ points, TDS Surveys and complete 2 of the following: Zero Hero Seat Belt, Zero Hero Distraction, have five students actively using the You in the Driver Seat app, or conduct a Big Rig event.
    • 2-Stars ($250): 75+ points, TDS Surveys and complete 1 of the following: Zero Hero Seat Belt, Zero Hero Distraction, have five students actively using the You in the Driver Seat app, or conduct a Big Rig event.
    • 1-Star: 50+ points and TDS Surveys
  • To be recognized in an All-Star category, Junior High Schools must complete:
    • 4-Stars ($1,000): 100+ points, TDS Surveys and complete 3 of the following: Zero Hero Seat Belt, Zero Hero Distraction, Ride With Me, or Participate in Program Focus Group
    • 3-Stars ($500): 75+ points, TDS Surveys and complete 2 of the following: Zero Hero Seat Belt, Zero Hero Distraction, Ride With Me, or Participate in Program Focus Group
    • 2-Stars ($250): 40+ points, TDS Surveys and complete 1 of the following: Zero Hero Seat Belt, Zero Hero Distraction, Ride With Me, or Participate in Program Focus Group
    • 1-Star: 25+ points and TDS Surveys
  • Points for activities completed online or within the school or community will be awarded upon the submission of an Event/Activity Form. It is the responsibility of each school to submit its activity forms. All other points are automatically given when items are completed (returned surveys, contest entries, etc.).
  • Points will be awarded according to the point earning scale.
  • Participation in the Teens in the Driver Seat® Teen Driving Experience survey is required to be considered an All-Star school. TDS verifies school enrollment on the following websites to identify the minimum number of surveys required for each school. https://www.greatschools.org/ & https://tea.texas.gov
  • For the Teens in the Driver Seat® 2022 All-Stars, teams will have the opportunity to earn points for the academic year of 2021-2022 beginning April 3, 2021, through April 1, 2022.
  • Points for activities occurring after April 2, 2022, will count towards the 2023 TDS All-Stars.
  • The final deadline to submit activities to qualify as a Teens in the Driver Seat® All-Star is April 1, 2022.
  • All winners must submit their Teens in the Driver Seat® team name list and W-9 (required for prize check) within one week of being notified of Teens in the Driver Seat® All-Star status.
  • All entries, activities, and photographs may be used to advance and support the Teens in the Driver Seat Program or the Texas A&M Transportation Institute.
  • The Texas A&M Transportation Institute is not responsible for lost, damaged, misdirected, or delayed activity forms or entries towards points.
  • The Texas A&M Transportation Institute reserves the right to withdraw, terminate, suspend, cancel or modify all or part of the contest at any time without notice.
  • It is the responsibility of the school to monitor awarded points (updated on the leader board) and bring any discrepancies to the attention of the Teens in the Driver Seat staff before the April 1, 2022 deadline.
  • For Texas Junior High and High Schools, it is the responsibility of the school to monitor awarded points (updated monthly on leader board), affidavit letters and sign-in sheets and bring any discrepancies to the attention of the Teens in the Driver Seat staff before the April 1, 2022 deadline.
  • Teens in the Driver Seat ® reserves the right to change any of these rules.
  • All decisions are final.

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