MACON – Highland High School achieved 96% seat belt usage during the It Only Takes One Campaign. They were one of four northeast Missouri schools to receive banner honors in the competition. They will be receiving a silver banner for their efforts in a banner presentation that will take place in August.
It Only Take One is a statewide campaign among high school students that stresses the importance of making good decisions while on the road. One drink, one text, one distraction could end it all. But one click of the seatbelt could save your life. The campaign ran from September to March.
The Missouri teen seat belt usage rate statewide is 70%. Educating our young drivers on responsible driving habits doesn't end with the competition. Please continue to keep reminding them about the importance of wearing their seat belt every time they are in a vehicle and to NOT text and drive.
For more information about this program or other highway safety information, please visit our website at https://savemolives.com/.