Video Testimonials
The following individuals agreed to share their story about how a teen driving accident has impacted their lives.
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Kristen barely survived a late-night crash, and her story reminds us that tragedy can strike anyone, anytime.
Four friends went on a joyride their families will never forget. Alex recounts the day he got the news of his brother's tragic death and how he wants other teens to think twice before making destructive decisions.
What if you never got to say goodbye? Brittany recounts the painful details leading to her brother's tragic death.
Haley says she didn't always buckle up in the past. Her involvement with TDS changed that, and she credits the program with helping her and a friend survive a serious crash.
When young people die in car crashes, the loss can devastate a community. Superintendent Andy Peters saw first-hand how his school was affected by tragedy, and watched as students stepped forward with a TDS program to make a life-saving difference in Louise, Texas.
He wrecked his dream car. Now Alfonso talks about how his driving behavior has changed.
Kerri hit a post and rolled her truck three times. Now she wants you to know that driving is not a game.
Losing a best friend is never easy. Two students share their story of loss.
A Friday night football game turned tragic for an entire school when a teenager was involved in an accident near the parking lot. Amanda recalls how she and the other students attending the game found out what happened.
A mother of a 15-year-old girl talks about life without her daughter. She urges everyone to think about how their death would affect their families and loved ones.
The students from small schools are close-knit. Amber says that's part of the reason a recent tragedy has been so difficult to accept.
When teenagers die, it's not just the classmates and families who suffer. Here's a teacher's account of a deadly accident.
Just because you're young doesn't mean bad things can't happen. Amanda lost a dear friend because of reckless driving and that loss will affect her forever.
Julie's brother thought he was invincible, but a late night crash nearly killed him. Julie wants you to know it could happen to you, too.
It took the death of someone who Addison barely knew to make him realize how precious every life is. He has a theory why teenagers die behind the wheel.
How could you live knowing you killed your friend? David has to live with that reality every day, and he urges you to avoid the mistakes he has made.