Start of blog-9:41pm,
Tomorrow at Student Faculty Basketball Game, the Act Out Loud crew is hosting a pledge drive in honor of safe teen driving. The game should be oh so very intense, and before, after, and during half-time the people there to watch or play will be able to get information from us about safe driving. This will not only be a benefit to us, but a benefit to our school because they will be learning about safe teen driving and making a pledge to commit to that. It's a benefit to our organization because we are making our school more aware and any other people such as, their parents and relatives who attend the event.
We'll be video-tape it and then I'll be able to work my editing magic and put the video(s) on our SADD Act Out Loud youtube account:
http://www.youtube.com/user/cscsaddrocks
If you own a youtube account, feel free to send us a friends request :] and be sure to subscribe so you can get updates on when we post videos.
Finish of blog-9:56pm
Night-night,
Ashley
Ps. I will NOT be blogging tomorrow night being that it is the day that a big, terrible virus is predicted to do major damage. I'm going to try to keep my computer safe and sound and I advize others do the same. :]
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Joeyisms Bloggism
Hey guys Joeyism here!!
long time no blog ehh ? Gosh I have been so busy with SADD's Act Out Loud activities and planning, and working at the heart of the drawing boards that I haven't been able to get on to blog! it feels good to be back for sure! So now to get back to business, the usual bloging routine,
SADD was given the topic of driving to blog on so here is my input on it. The laws that Florida teens and young adults have to follow are very positive laws that make the roads safe to pedestrians and drivers of all ages. The laws make me feel safe to know I can drive on the road and not have to worry of the irresponsible people who would like to be wrecklace behind the wheel. When I am behind the wheel with the key in the ignition I focus on the road and nothing but, not only for my safety but for the safety of the other lives that could be responsible for my actions.The tests for a learners permit and a license are mandatory to insure safety. No matter how responsible you think you are and no matter how experienced you are, you will never be 100% sure or accurate, because life is not guaranteed, it can easily be taken from one automobile collision due to the actions of the drivers on the road.
Be Safe, Be Smart, Be Secure.
Off to shower, then bed, Good night
Joeyism signing off in 5....4....3...2..1...*Sleeping peacefully*
Monday, March 30, 2009
Ashley's Corner
Well, well, long-time no-blog :o
Today my little blurb is about why I think Florida has these laws for young drivers.
The process before getting a full license is very important. I think that getting a Learner's License is beneficial since the rules enforce the teen to get accostumed to the car while driving. By having an adult of over 21 years of age, it makes the process safer. The Operator's License is similar to a full license but still has the rules like only being allowed to drive from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. The individual is slowly getting prepared for driving with a full license. I agree with the rule of having the learners lisence for at least 12 months without any traffic convictions because it helps to keep things safe. It could and most likely would be more dangerous for our roads to have someone with a full time lisence who couldn't stay safe with a learner's or operator's license.
The most important factor in all of this, I believe, is keeping our roads, pedestrians, teens, and veteran driver's safe and sound.
I for one am definately more comfortable knowing that these rules are enforced.
Hoppin' off to bed,
Ashley :]
Today my little blurb is about why I think Florida has these laws for young drivers.
The process before getting a full license is very important. I think that getting a Learner's License is beneficial since the rules enforce the teen to get accostumed to the car while driving. By having an adult of over 21 years of age, it makes the process safer. The Operator's License is similar to a full license but still has the rules like only being allowed to drive from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. The individual is slowly getting prepared for driving with a full license. I agree with the rule of having the learners lisence for at least 12 months without any traffic convictions because it helps to keep things safe. It could and most likely would be more dangerous for our roads to have someone with a full time lisence who couldn't stay safe with a learner's or operator's license.
The most important factor in all of this, I believe, is keeping our roads, pedestrians, teens, and veteran driver's safe and sound.
I for one am definately more comfortable knowing that these rules are enforced.
Hoppin' off to bed,
Ashley :]
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Florida Graduated Driver's License
Florida's Graduated Driver's License program became law in July 1996, and in 1997 alone, Florida saw a 9% reduction in fatalities and injury crashes for teen drivers between 15- and 17-years-old. Thus, the benefits of Florida's GDL program are obvious.
Florida teen drivers must progress through three licensing stages:
Learner's License, Operational License, and Full License.
To obtain a Learner's License: the driver must do all of the following:be at least 15 years old;
provide a Social Security Number; show proof of completion of a Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education course, or a license from another state, county, or jurisdiction;
have a legal guardian sign the Parental Consent Form in the presence of the driver license examiner; and pass the required written test covering road rules and signs, a hearing test, and a vision test.
The holder of a Learner's License may not drive alone, regardless of age, and if under 18, must hold the license for 12 months before advancing to the next stage. The driver is restricted from driving after dark for the first three months, and after 10 p.m. from months 4-12.
The next stage of licensing is the Operator's License.
To receive an Operator's License, the driver must:be 16- to 17-years-old;
have held a Learner's License for at least 12 months without any traffic convictions;
show parent or guardian certification that the driver has had at least 50 hours of experience behind the wheel, 10 of which must have been at night; successfully perform a behind the wheel test in the presence of the driver license examiner. The 12-month requirement above starts over at any point the driver receives a traffic conviction on their record.
Drivers with an Operator's License, who are 16-years-old, may only drive between the hours of 6 a.m. and 11 p.m., with two exceptions. If the driver is going to and from work, or has a licensed driver who at least 21-years-old in the front passenger seat, he or she may driver outside the restricted times.
Drivers with an Operator's License, who are 17-years-old, are restricted from driving between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m., with the two exceptions listed above.
The Full License is the end goal for young drivers. Once a driver reaches age 18, they may apply for a Full License. For those already holding an Operational License, the driving restrictions will merely fall off. No new testing will need to be completed.18-year-olds who have never held a driver's license may apply for a Full License as long as they provide: two forms of identification;
a Social Security card, if they have one; and proof they completed a Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education course.
Therefore, if a young driver adheres to Florida's zero tolerance for alcohol policy, and keeps their driving record free of any traffic convictions, they will be eligible for a Full Class E Driver's
License at age 18.
For more information check out http://www.flhsmv.gov/teens/licprogram.html
CSC-SADD: What do you think? Why do you think Florida created these laws for young drivers? How could the state better enforce Graduated Driver's License?
Florida teen drivers must progress through three licensing stages:
Learner's License, Operational License, and Full License.
To obtain a Learner's License: the driver must do all of the following:be at least 15 years old;
provide a Social Security Number; show proof of completion of a Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education course, or a license from another state, county, or jurisdiction;
have a legal guardian sign the Parental Consent Form in the presence of the driver license examiner; and pass the required written test covering road rules and signs, a hearing test, and a vision test.
The holder of a Learner's License may not drive alone, regardless of age, and if under 18, must hold the license for 12 months before advancing to the next stage. The driver is restricted from driving after dark for the first three months, and after 10 p.m. from months 4-12.
The next stage of licensing is the Operator's License.
To receive an Operator's License, the driver must:be 16- to 17-years-old;
have held a Learner's License for at least 12 months without any traffic convictions;
show parent or guardian certification that the driver has had at least 50 hours of experience behind the wheel, 10 of which must have been at night; successfully perform a behind the wheel test in the presence of the driver license examiner. The 12-month requirement above starts over at any point the driver receives a traffic conviction on their record.
Drivers with an Operator's License, who are 16-years-old, may only drive between the hours of 6 a.m. and 11 p.m., with two exceptions. If the driver is going to and from work, or has a licensed driver who at least 21-years-old in the front passenger seat, he or she may driver outside the restricted times.
Drivers with an Operator's License, who are 17-years-old, are restricted from driving between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m., with the two exceptions listed above.
The Full License is the end goal for young drivers. Once a driver reaches age 18, they may apply for a Full License. For those already holding an Operational License, the driving restrictions will merely fall off. No new testing will need to be completed.18-year-olds who have never held a driver's license may apply for a Full License as long as they provide: two forms of identification;
a Social Security card, if they have one; and proof they completed a Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education course.
Therefore, if a young driver adheres to Florida's zero tolerance for alcohol policy, and keeps their driving record free of any traffic convictions, they will be eligible for a Full Class E Driver's
License at age 18.
For more information check out http://www.flhsmv.gov/teens/licprogram.html
CSC-SADD: What do you think? Why do you think Florida created these laws for young drivers? How could the state better enforce Graduated Driver's License?
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Ashley's Corner
Hello all,
Today in my pyschology class we were talking about the brain. Apparently, the brain is a muscle and you must "use it or lose it." I don't really know why, but this little saying that my teacher said just stuck with me, and made me think. Is it really so hard for people to use their brain when they make a decision? If someone stops and thinks then there could be less of a chance of something bad happening. If something bad does happen, then essentially you could actually lose it (it being your brain or possibly worse.) "Use it or lose it" is my own personal quote of the day...for tonight.
ZzZz,
Ashley
Today in my pyschology class we were talking about the brain. Apparently, the brain is a muscle and you must "use it or lose it." I don't really know why, but this little saying that my teacher said just stuck with me, and made me think. Is it really so hard for people to use their brain when they make a decision? If someone stops and thinks then there could be less of a chance of something bad happening. If something bad does happen, then essentially you could actually lose it (it being your brain or possibly worse.) "Use it or lose it" is my own personal quote of the day...for tonight.
ZzZz,
Ashley
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Monday, March 23, 2009
Ashley's Corner
Yay! Things are getting exciting! Currently, an article is in the process of being written about the Act Out Loud contest and our SADD team. It's exciting because the article is going in a newspaper entitled TeenLink and I'm the one writing it. :]
Also we are getting in contact with other organizations so we can work with them and the community like they do and continue to spread the awareness of safe teen driving. One organization we are hoping to work with involves a group of teens with the common passion of working on cars. It would not only be interesting and experience-building for our team but it will also allow us to get more involved and possibly learn a thing-or-two about cars and how they roll - pun intended ;] -. It could be nice to know more about how they run on top of the damage they can cause.
Ready to rock n' roll,
Ashley <:p
Also we are getting in contact with other organizations so we can work with them and the community like they do and continue to spread the awareness of safe teen driving. One organization we are hoping to work with involves a group of teens with the common passion of working on cars. It would not only be interesting and experience-building for our team but it will also allow us to get more involved and possibly learn a thing-or-two about cars and how they roll - pun intended ;] -. It could be nice to know more about how they run on top of the damage they can cause.
Ready to rock n' roll,
Ashley <:p
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