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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 […]

Article by Andrea Chacon / Events & Contests / 2021 summit, summit, virtual sessions Leave a Comment

April 21, 2022

Bike Safety Month Social Media Contest

May is officially Bike Safety Month, and we have a social media contest just for the occasion! Your task is to create chalk art or messaging on your campus that […]

Article by Andrea Chacon / Events & Contests / bike safety, contest, pedestrian, social media Leave a Comment

August 30, 2021

Big Rig Events

TDS can help with truck safety outreach at your school or community event. Take a look at the resources we can provide.

Article by Stacey Tisdale / Big Rig Activity, Events & Contests, FMCSA / Big Rig, event, resources, respect the rig

February 2, 2021

Distracted Walkers Observation – Texas Schools

Change the habit of distracted walkers with your friends and peers. Sign up using the form below, and get started with your observations! Objective: To change the habit of distracted […]

Article by Andrea Chacon / Events & Contests / activity ideas, distracted walkers, pedestrian safety; distractions, tds

July 25, 2018

TDS SponStar Awards

The purpose of this award is to recognize the teacher or sponsors that make a difference to teens through their work with the Teens in the Driver Seat® program. Every […]

Article by Gabriella Medina / Events & Contests / sponstar Leave a Comment

July 25, 2018

TDS Teen of the Month

A Teen of the Month is someone who stands out in his/her Teens in the Driver Seat® group. He/She motivates other Teens in the Driver Seat® members, and spreads the safe teen […]

Article by Gabriella Medina / Events & Contests / Teen of the Month

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