Teen Driver Safety Week
Teen Driver Safety Week: Awareness in Action
National Teen Driver Safety Week, observed every October, shines a spotlight on the unique risks teen drivers face and encourages safer habits behind the wheel. Led by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and supported by Florida’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), this initiative empowers families, educators, and students to take action.
Each year, according to FLHSMV, FLVS Teen Driver Safety Club hosts a series of events to raise awareness and promote safe driving. Teens aged 15-19 make up just 5% of licensed drivers in Florida, but account for over 11% of crashes.
In 2025, Teen Driver Safety Week is Oct. 19-25.
"This Could Be You” Webinar
The FLVS Teen Driver Safety Club will host a virtual meeting with guest speakers from the Dori Saves Lives team. Led by Irving Slosberg, this will focus on the dangers of drunk driving and the importance of driver awareness.
Students who complete the short homework assignment will receive three community service hours.
When: Oct. 20, 7-8pm
Where: Zoom
Password: Drive2025
Available to all FLVS students and families, grades 6-12. For more information, contact club sponsors Angela Davis or Hannah Householder.
Lace-Up to Buckle-Up 5K
All FLVS students and team members are invited to join the Always Wear Your Seatbelt Foundation at the 2025 “Lace-Up to Buckle-Up” 5K Walk/Run. Sponsored by FLVS, the event aims to raise seatbelt safety awareness. All proceeds will directly support the foundation’s mission to save lives and minimize injuries by educating teens about the dangers of not wearing a seatbelt.
When: Oct. 18, 2025
Where: Belle Isle, Florida
Turning Awareness into Action
The best way for new drivers to build smart, safe habits behind the wheel is through personalized instruction, and that's exactly what students receive from the FLVS Driver Education course. More than 900,000 Florida teens have successfully completed the course, gaining the knowledge and confidence they need to drive responsibly.
Designed for students ages 14.5 to 17, the course is also state-approved and meets the new requirement for teens pursuing a Florida learner's license. It covers essential safety skills, traffic laws, and responsible decision-making behind the wheel. Students who complete the course earn 0.5 high school elective credit.
Benefits of Taking Driver Education with FLVS
Curious what makes our course both practical and engaging? Hear directly from certified FLVS Driver Education Teacher Hannah Householder.
This course helps students:
- Gain confidence with the rules of the road
- Take a course that meets state standards
- Get one-on-one teacher support
- Learn fully online, 24/7
Free, Behind-the-Wheel Practice
Students who complete the FLVS Driver Education course and reside in partnering counties are eligible for free, behind-the-wheel driving lessons provided by the Florida Safety Council. Students who live outside our partner counties can find certified driving schools on the FLHSMV website.
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