RCS High School Hosts Live Demo on Dangers of Impaired Driving Ahead of Prom

The RCS SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) has planned a mock crash event for May 3, 2024, at RCS High School. This event is organized in partnership with Albany County STOP-DWI, the Albany County Sheriff's Office, the Ravena Rescue Squad, and the Ravena Fire Department. It aims to teach students about the risks of impaired driving, timed just before Prom Weekend, a period when teenage drivers face increased risks.

At the event, students will see a staged car accident involving local emergency responders. This demonstration is intended to show the real-life consequences of driving while impaired. The event will also include a discussion on driving safety and statistics about impaired driving.

Several community organizations, including a local funeral home, are involved in this event. Their participation helps emphasize the importance of the message. These partnerships ensure that students gain a full understanding of the dangers of reckless driving.

The CDC notes that teenagers often underestimate risky situations and can make serious driving mistakes. The mock crash is a preventive effort to decrease speeding, distracted driving, and not using seat belts among teenagers. By showing these scenarios, SADD aims to positively affect students' driving choices.

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