WVA: DUI Simulator to visit Madonna High School, Weir High School and Oak Glen High School
By Bill Phillips
March 26, 2018
Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Administration DUI Simulator Program will continue its tour of high schools in the northern panhandle by visiting Madonna High School on March 26, Weir High School on March 27, and Oak Glen High School on March 28.
The DUI Simulator is traveling the state and visiting high schools, institutions of higher learning and other venues to educate our youth about the harmful effects of drinking and distractive driving. The program provides youth with the opportunity to experience various driving conditions, hazards and scenarios while safely using a simulation system. The program mimics the difficulties drivers will encounter at various blood alcohol content (BAC) levels. By engaging the youth in this interactive manner, the ABCA is able to provide valuable tools to combat underage drinking and distractive driving. The program also includes a classroom lecture and collects relevant statistical information to aid in prevention programming.
The DUI Simulator Program was unveiled to the public in November 2010 and since that time over 45,000 students have participated. The program is sponsored by State Farm ®, Governor’s Highway Safety Program and the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association.
The DUI Simulator Program places an emphasis on encouraging youth to make good decisions while behind the wheel and throughout life.