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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 […]

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September 1, 2021

Mariana Dykes, Toombs County High School, September 2021 Teen of the Month

“When you’re behind the wheel, pay attention to your surroundings and the many lives in your hands.” Mariana Dykes, Age 15 Q: Why are you involved in the Teens in […]

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June 1, 2021

Sebastian Legorreta, Eagle Pass High School June 2021 Teen of the Month

“We have too many things ahead of us to cut our life short just for a moment of fun.” Sebastian Legorreta, Age 17 Q: Why are you involved in the […]

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May 1, 2021

Kaylen Leija, East Central High School, May 2021 Teen of the Month

“Most of My friends are distracted by their phones and that can be very dangerous while driving.” Kaylen Leija, Age 16 Q: Why are you involved in the Teens in […]

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March 9, 2021

Kendal Burks, Ore City High School, March 2021 Teen of the Month

“If I could change one thing about how my friends it would be their use of cell phones while driving.” Kendal Burk, Age 17 Q: Why are you involved in […]

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February 1, 2021

Esmerelda Trevino, Harlingen High School, February 2021 Teen of the Month

“Something as simple as a seat belt can save a life, and that’s something I try and get my friends to realize..” Esmeralda Trevino, Age 17 Q: Why are you […]

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