Fayette County, GA – This March, Fayette County high schools, in collaboration with Drug Free Fayette (DFF), will host UNITE’s Arrive Alive Tour®, the nation’s leading drunk and distracted driving awareness event. This initiative brings together educators, community leaders, and youth-focused organizations to provide students with a powerful, real-world understanding of the dangers of impaired and distracted driving.
This partnership reflects the shared commitment of Fayette County Schools and Drug Free Fayette to equip young drivers with the knowledge, skills, and awareness necessary to make safe and responsible choices. By working together, these organizations ensure that students receive engaging, research-backed prevention education that not only highlights the risks but also empowers them to take action.
Event Schedule:
- Sandy Creek High School – 360 Jenkins Rd., Tyrone, GA 30290
- March 19, 2025 | 8:35 AM – 2:35 PM
- Whitewater High School – 100 Wildcat Way, Fayetteville, GA 30215
- March 20, 2025 | 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
- Starr’s Mill High School – 193 Panther Path, Fayetteville, GA 30215
- March 21, 2025 | 8:40 AM – 2:40 PM
A Collaborative Approach to Prevention
Through this partnership, Fayette County Schools and Drug Free Fayette are enhancing traditional driver education by integrating hands-on, immersive experiences that make safety messages more impactful and lasting.
The Arrive Alive Tour® features a cutting-edge driving simulator that allows students to experience the real-life consequences of impaired and distracted driving in a safe and controlled environment. This interactive approach helps young drivers recognize how quickly impairment—whether from alcohol, drugs, or distractions like texting—can lead to life-threatening outcomes.
Why This Matters
- Traffic fatalities rose 10.9% nationwide in 2021, with teen drivers facing a fatal crash rate three times higher than drivers aged 20 and over.
- More than 58% of teen crashes are caused by distracted driving, making it a leading factor in preventable accidents.
- Collaborative programs like this bridge the gap between education and real-world decision-making, reinforcing the importance of making safe, responsible choices behind the wheel.
By strengthening collaboration between schools, community organizations, and prevention initiatives like Drug Free Fayette, we are creating a safer, healthier future for our youth.
