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For the second year, Sussex Technical High School was the winner of the South Contest in the online teenage driver enhancement program called SmartDrive, sponsored by Delmarva Broadcasting Co. To win the honor, Sussex Tech had the highest percentage of performance of schools signed up for the contest in Kent and Sussex counties. For its commitment, Sussex Tech received $1,500 that was used for the school’s prom.
Three Sussex Tech students also received top individual awards in the contest. Brian Saunders of Delmar and Dustin Hitchens of Laurel tied for second place among all the students in the South Contest, just missing the top spot by one point. Besides a trophy, each received theme park tickets.
Named Sussex Tech’s SmartDrive Student of the Year was Tyler Justice of Seaford. He received four tickets to the concert of his choice.
SmartDrive is a free online program designed especially for students who already have their driver’s license. The program’s road rally series is a set of online modules which challenges young drivers’ experience with road rules, judgment and general common sense. The program runs from November through January. The goal is to review good driving principles and habits and encourage a dialogue between parents and young drivers.
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