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Two individuals are seated in the front seats of a car. The person on the left is in the driver's seat, holding the steering wheel, while the person on the right is in the passenger seat, wearing a seatbelt. The image is overlaid with a banner at the bottom that reads 'NATIONAL PASSENGER SAFETY WEEK' on the left and 'JANUARY 22-28' on the right. The background shows a suburban neighborhood with houses and greenery.

Reduce Distracted Driving – National Passenger Safety Week

As we usher in the new year, January brings a crucial reminder to reduce distracted driving and prioritize safety for everyone on the road, especially our passengers. National Passenger Safety Week, observed from January 22-28, 2025, is dedicated to promoting awareness and practices that ensure the well-being of all vehicle occupants. Passenger safety is often […]

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Dr Robyne Hanley-Dafoe shares how to feel better in the moment with the Five Forces of Recovery in featured blog on the Drive to Save Lives website.

Feel Better in the Moment with the Five Forces of Recovery

Hi friends, Dr. Robyne here with another blog for the month of January. Life can feel so overwhelming sometimes—whether it’s keeping up with school, friends, or extracurriculars—which is why it is so important to take care of your mental and emotional well-being. There are five simple forces you can use anytime to reset and recharge:

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Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe asks what would your favorite self do? in featured blog on the Drive to Save Lives website

Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe asks What Would Your Favorite Self Do?

Our featured blogs this month come from Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe. Meet Dr Robyne I recently looked at my screen time average, and it made me think, “Wow, what else could I be doing with that time?” Can you relate? Even when we know our behaviors and habits don’t serve our greater purpose or well-being, we

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December is Impaired Driving Awareness Month

Impaired Driving Awareness Month is an opportunity to educate and empower students, educators, and the community to make safe driving choices throughout the month of December. By promoting education, peer support, and community involvement, high schools can play a pivotal role in reducing impaired driving incidents and keeping roads safer. Understanding the Risks Impaired driving

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National Seatbelt Day Campaign | Buckle Up for Safety

National Seatbelt Day, observed annually on November 14th, is aimed at promoting seatbelt use and raising awareness about the life-saving benefits of buckling up. This campaign is part of a broader effort to reduce traffic fatalities and injuries by encouraging drivers and passengers to always wear their seatbelts. The Facts Seatbelts are one of the

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Celebrating World Kindness Day | Empathy, Compassion, Respect

November 13th marks World Kindness Day, a global celebration dedicated to promoting kindness and compassion. For high school administrators, educators, and students, this day offers a powerful opportunity to foster a culture of kindness within the school community. This year, we are highlighting our friends at CharacterStrong, an organization dedicated to creating positive school climates

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Drowsy Driving Awareness Week | Distracted Driving Speakers

Every year, Drowsy Driving Awareness Week (November 3-9, 2024) serves as a vital reminder of the dangers associated with driving while fatigued. This post focuses on the importance of staying alert behind the wheel and offers practical tips to complement the messages of our speakers with a focus on distracted driving. The Dangers of Drowsy

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Red Ribbon Week: Empowering High School Students to Make Healthy Choices

Red Ribbon Week is an annual campaign dedicated to promoting drug prevention and education across the United States. Celebrated from October 23rd to 31st, it serves as a reminder of the importance of living a drug-free life and making healthy choices.  Red Ribbon Week was established in honor of DEA agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, who

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