Involve Parents

Often times, parents are confused about the current driving laws for teens. After all, it’s much different than when they were young. Inviting parents to become ambassadors for teen driving safety in their homes can help us further our mission. The following tools can help parents become more active in the driving experience with their teens.

  • Distribute informative brochures. The Driver’s Seat brochures designed specifically for parents inform on the process of getting a license as well as the restrictions for the first years of driving.
    • Brochure for Parents – English
    • Brochure for Parents – Spanish
  • Public Service Announcement for Parents
    This 60-second video motivates and educates parents on their role in teen driving safety.  It can be shown to parents in safety training courses or as a link in an e-newsletter.
  • Instruct parents on what they need to know to teach their child to drive safely.
    • Developed by the Mesa County Health Department and CDOT, the Teaching Your Teen to Drive Program covers a variety of teen driving safety topics and gives parents tips and tools to implement in their own homes.
      • Teaching Your Teen to Drive presentation
      • Teaching Your Teen to Drive handout
  • Provide parents with a sample Driving Contract (available by contacting [email protected]).