Focused on preventing teen driving accidents through education and research.
We provide safety programs, conduct studies on risky behaviors, and collaborate with communities to promote responsible driving among teens.
Focus Areas
Our non-profit organization is dedicated to reducing teen driving fatalities and accidents through education, research, and community outreach. We provide comprehensive driver safety programs specifically designed for teens, offering evidence-based training that emphasizes defensive driving techniques, understanding road safety laws, and the dangers of distracted or impaired driving.
In addition to our educational efforts, we are committed to conducting and supporting research into the factors that contribute to high rates of teen driving accidents. This includes investigating the impact of technology, peer influence, and substance use on teen driving behavior. Our goal is to use this research to develop more effective interventions and inform public policy on teen driver safety.
Our organization collaborates with schools, local law enforcement, and community groups to implement teen-focused safety workshops, simulate real-life driving situations, and provide resources to parents and teens. Through these efforts, we aim to raise awareness, reduce risky driving behaviors, and ultimately prevent accidents, making roads safer for everyone.
Facts
43%
Data from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) suggests that about 43% of newly licensed 16-year-olds are involved in a crash during their first year of driving.
3,000
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): On average, 3,000 teens die every year in car crashes.
227,000
According to data from the CDC, in 2020, approximately 227,000 teens were treated in emergency rooms for injuries due to motor vehicle crashes. A portion of these injuries result in long-term or permanent disabilities such as spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, or limb loss.
Solutions
70%
Teen driver education programs that include practical experience have been shown to reduce crashes by up to 70%.
40%
Teens who complete comprehensive driver education are 40% less likely to receive traffic violations and engage in risky driving behaviors, leading to safer outcomes on the road.
38%
Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) programs, which often include driver education, have been shown to reduce fatal crashes among 16-year-olds by 38%.
Highlights
Alive@25 Defensive Driving Training at Lakeside High School
On April 19, 2025, we proudly sponsored Alive at 25—a nationally recognized safe driving course developed by the National Safety Council—at Lakeside High School. Nearly 100 students participated across four engaging sessions!
We are deeply grateful to Dr. Susan Stoddard, who went above and beyond—supporting the event from start to finish and showing incredible dedication to her students’ safety and success.
Special thanks to scnsc.org leadership, Kathy Harris and Melissa Reck, and their outstanding instructors, David Brewer and Horace Brown, for delivering such informative, engaging sessions. Student feedback was overwhelmingly positive—many called the training both helpful and eye-opening.
Our sincere thanks also go to the LHS PTSA, a critical partner in making this event a success, and to the amazing volunteers who made everything run smoothly:
Kenny Allen, Amy Appleman, Alex Appleman, Josie Appleman, Kristi Cross, Douglas McGaughey, Brian O’Neil, Tracy Queen, Norge Taboada, Nick Tiberia, Cindy Tjoflat, Rachel VanValkenburg, Vilma Villalobos, Anne Wilson
We couldn’t have done it without each of you. Together, we’re helping young drivers stay safe and smart on the road.
