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July 19, 2023

Zero Hero – Seat Belts Summary of Results 2022-2023

During the 2022-2023 school year, Teens in the Driver Seat (TDS) launched the 10th annual Zero Hero activity to increase seat belt use among teen drivers and passengers at TDS […]

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July 18, 2023

Zero Hero Distracted Driving Summary of Results 2022-2023

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During the 2022-2023 school year, Teens in the Driver Seat (TDS) supported an activity at TDS schools to decrease electronic device use among teen drivers and adult drivers who transport […]

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June 23, 2023

Hey, I’m Walking Here – Some Easy Habits for Walking Safely on Campus

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By Karla Garcia How often do you walk distracted throughout campus? I know I am guilty of it as well, but I have instilled these habits to limit my distractions […]

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January 27, 2023

2021 TDS Virtual Summit Sessions

Teens across the country tuned in during the month of May 2021 to hear from experts in traffic safety in our 2021 Virtual Summit! This unique opportunity allowed us to […]

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September 28, 2022

Zero Hero – Distracted Walkers Summary of Results 2021 – 2022

During the 2021-2022 school year, Teens in the Driver Seat (TDS)launched the 1st annual Zero Hero activity to decrease electronic device use among teen pedestrians. Take a look at the results!

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September 28, 2022

Zero Hero – Seat Belts Summary of Results 2019 – 2022

During the 2019-2020, 2020-2021, and 2021-2022 school years, Teens in the Driver Seat (TDS) launched the 7th, 8th, and 9th annual Zero Hero activities to increase seat belt use among teen drivers and passengers at TDS schools. Take a look at the results!

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