MDOT's Safety Education Programs use tools, such as simulators, videos and lectures. MDOT Provides community outreach and education, encouraging preventative safety measures for schools and safety events. >
Did you know that traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for American teens? And when it comes to distracted driving, young people are among the most likely to text and talk behind the wheel. Distracted driving is any activity that could divert a person's attention away from the primary task of driving. All distractions endanger driver, passenger, and bystander safety. The fight to end distracted driving starts with you. Make the commitment to drive phone-free today.
International Walk to School Day
National Teen Driver Safety Week
The MS Department of Education (MDE) Office of Healthy Schools and the MS Department of Transportation (MDOT) are working together to further the implementation of safety initiatives in Mississippi schools. Download lesson plans for your school today!