Only 20% of Panhandle teens take Driver’s Education courses compared to the state average of 50%. Driver’s Education reduces crashes and traffic tickets enhancing individual and community safety.
What can you do?
- Complete a parent survey accessible here: https://tinyurl.com/ypxrakpd
- If Driver’s Education is available and accessible to your child, encourage they take it!
- Advocate for all Panhandle residents to buckle up, slow down, and be aware of your surroundings – it can save a life!
Why is this a concern to you?
Scotts Bluff & Box Butte counties rank top 10 in Nebraska for crashes due to improper driving, speed, and distraction. (Data source: Nebraska Dept. of Transportation County Level Vehicle Miles Travel, 2016-2020).
To learn more, visit www.pphd.ne.gov or call Janelle Visser at 308-487-3600 Ext. 105 or Nicole Berosek at 308-279-3496.