January 11, 2024

Criminal Justice Students Learn Dangers of Distracted Driving

Student sitting in driving simulator with headset on covering her eyes

Save a Life Tour Driving Simulators Visit Tech Center

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Students in the Criminal Justice program at Kent Career Tech Center will get hands-on experience learning the dangers of distracted driving with Save a Life Tour driving simulators.  The national program aimed at educating the public about the dangers of distracted driving is making a stop at the Tech Center on January 18.

The Tech Center’s Criminal Justice instructors work with area police to teach students how driving while distracted or operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or another substance can greatly reduce driving abilities and increase the likelihood of having an accident.

“We are proud to have an outstanding Criminal Justice program led by industry professionals where student cadets learn about careers in law enforcement, investigation, and the legal system,” said Kent Career Tech Center Principal Joe Lienesch.  “Teaching all students about the dangers of distracted driving is an important service that can save lives.” 

The Save a Life Tour is bringing virtual reality driving simulators to the Tech Center where students can experience what it would be like to operate a vehicle while distracted or impaired. The Save A Life Tour is sponsored by the Michigan Department of Transportation. Media is invited to join the experience:

What:   Save a Life Tour distracted driving simulation experience
When:   Thursday, January 18, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Where: Kent Career Tech Center, 1655 East Beltline Ave. Grand Rapids 

Please direct media inquiries to Joy Walczak, Kent ISD Communications Specialist at joywalczak@kentisd.org or 906.632.6290.

The Save A Life Tour is a comprehensive high impact safe driving awareness program that informs, educates, and demonstrates the potentially deadly consequences resulting from poor choices and decisions made by the operator of a motor vehicle.

About Kent Career Tech Center
Kent Career Tech Center has 20+ career-focused programs offering college, technical school and high school credit, plus opportunities to earn industry-recognized certifications. More than 2,400 students attend on campus and at satellite locations. It’s one of the most advanced tech centers in the Midwest and provides Real Life, Real Learning – in award-winning programs. These range from healthcare and IT, hospitality and criminal justice, to mechatronics, aviation and automotive, sustainable agriscience and skilled trades.