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March 7, 2022

More Teen Involvement Opportunities

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Peer-to-peer outreach has always been the approach of Teens in the Driver Seat. This means that it was developed for teens to lead the outreach and messaging. For some teens, especially those who have been impacted by a car crash, this isn’t enough, and they want to be involved on a broader scale. For these […]

Article by Stacey Tisdale / News / teen involvement, teen opportunities

February 18, 2022

It’s always a great time to grow your TDS team!

Looking for ways to recruit new team members to your TDS team? Here are some tips we’ve gathered from teachers who have been great team growers! Put recruitment in the team member’s hands. Help them with ideas and logistics, but they should be the face of the team and efforts. Attend Freshman Orientation with information […]

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February 1, 2022

New Member Recruitment

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Article by Stacey Tisdale / Activity Categories, Big Rig Activity, Distraction Activity, Impaired Activity, Nighttime and Drowsy Driving Activity, Ped and Bike Activity, Rail Activity, Seat Belt Activity, Social Distancing Activity, Speeding Activity

January 24, 2022

Start your TDS program with the Knowledge Surveys

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When your team signs up for Teens in the Driver Seat each year, your welcome email includes survey information and instructions. These anonymous surveys are a great way to get your TDS program started because they measure what the teens in your school know, their attitudes towards risks, and how they drive. Conducting these surveys […]

Article by Stacey Tisdale / Helpful program articles, News / helpful program articles, knowledge, surveys

November 1, 2021

Alondra Flores, Young Women’s Leadership Academy, November 2021 Teen of the Month

“Always put on your seatbelt. It really is that simple.” Alondra Flores, Age 17 Q: Why are you involved in the Teens in the Driver Seat® program and what do you like most about being a part of the team? A: I have family that has been involved in car accidents due to the negligence […]

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October 1, 2021

Ximena Chapa, Eagle Pass High School, October 2021 Teen of the Month

“”Whether you’re driving or riding, put your phone down.” Ximena Chapa, Age 15 Q: Why are you involved in the Teens in the Driver Seat® program and what do you like most about being a part of the team? A: I am involved in this program because it’s a great way to inform myself and […]

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