The Big Day!!! (Part 2)

After the great presentation, everyone resumed class as normal.

However, at lunch time, there were a bunch of other activities to participate in.

First off, our club set up a table by the lunch room, and had a survey that we used to collect statistics about the student body. Using candy as an incentive for participation, we recieved hundreds of surveys! We'll post the results once we tally them up later this week! Stay Tuned!

Also set up next to us was a group call PACT (positive alternative choices for teens). They had a survey to fill out regarding the presentation earlier in the day. As incentive to fill out the survey they had a raffle! There were a bunch of great prizes, from an ipod to some really cool seatbelt belts! (both of which our club donated)



And next to the PACT table was an informational one by the police department!

Next to that, were the "drunk goggles". Students would put them on, and try to walk a straight path on a taped down line. The goggles really make it seem as if you are intoxicated, and help you realize what a dumb decision it would be to drive drunk.


And finally, the police also brought along TWO squad cars that were crashed into when they were stopped on the side of the road. One of the state troopers at the presentation was the one who was in one of the cars that was crashed into, so she was there to tell her story.



Also, there was a nice pickup truck that was seized from a drunk driver by the police. Yes they can do that! I heard from one officer that they are in the process of seizing a nice new Hummer!


Our lunchtime activities got great responses, and many visitors, for it was right outside the lunchroom!

All in all, this day was a great success, and had a good impact on the students.

The Big Day!!! (Part 1)

So, after multiple meetings with administration, police officers and state troopers, our big day was finally here! We'll give you a chronological look at the day!

as an fyi, this Saturday is our school's prom, so we targeted this week for the activities.

First, all of the Seniors in the school went to the theater for an assembly. Sophomores and Juniors were in their Royal Links (Homeroom) classrooms. In the auditorium, the Seniors were given a presentation on drunk driving. Sophomores and Juniors were watching a live feed of the presentation on their individual room's TV.

First off, an officer of the Minnetonka Police Department introduced what was going to be shown. Second, everyone viewed a news clip done by the Fox 9 news investigators. The piece is titled 'Room to Live'. (view it by clicking the link) An investigative reporter goes all around the state, and climbs into cars which were involved in crashes where somebody died. All of these people were not wearing their seatbelts. The point she makes is that there is always 'room to live' in these cars, so it is crucially important to wear your seatbelt!

Next up, a state trooper came on stage and talked a little about her job. She is in a unit that goes to all the fatal crashes in the area, so she has seen many tragic scenes. She introduced a video that was created by the state troopers. It was a much more personal, and even graphic video. It highlighted a group of people's stories about traffic crashes. The film was very moving and it really gave a wide perspective on things. It displayed a wide range of emotions regarding their crashes. One guy took total responsibility for his actions, while another girl was selfish and focused on her penalties, and how her friends weren't wearing seatbelts.

Overall, the presentation went really well. Aside from some technical difficulties which left the classrooms with very quiet sound, everything went according to plans.

Distraction PSA

Heres a PSA three of us on the crew put together a while back that is aimed towards helping teens with distracted driving. It aired on TV 4 times.

Countdown!

Ladies and Gentlemen, in 7 days we will be having our grand day of activity.
The entire school will be involved, and we're collaborating with the State Troopers, City Police department, and other organizations and clubs within the school district to put this on.
It should be fantastic!

A bump in the road

Well, our Slogan and Logo contest finished up and all was looking great.

However, we did not receive NEARLY as many submissions as we had hoped.

Those who did enter will be awarded prizes, but we will be resorting to other options for shirts and future designs.

Update

Well, as it was our spring break last week, our club has not had very many chances to meet. And with the Spring sports season kicking off, it's even more difficult.

However! We still have a lot going on. Our logo and slogan contest is just wrapping up, and in less than TWO WEEKS, we will be hosting our 'grand finale' of sorts.

So stay tuned, we've got some exciting things in store!