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Dan Connaughton, a professor in the University of Florida Department of Tourism, Recreation and Sports management is a man on a mission! The mission…to reduce the number of severe injuries and fatal accidents children suffer from bicycle and traffic crashes.
In 2008, Florida held the dubious distinction of having more bicyclists killed in car crashes than any other state – even surpassing California which has twice the population. Last year, 118 bicyclists died in accidents in Florida.
The Florida Traffic and Bicycle Safety Education Program will be designed to teach child the lifelong skills required to be safe abd responsible cyclists and pedestrians. Connaughton was awarded a 3 year contract by the Florida DOT to direct statewide FREE workshops to “teach the teachers” bicycle and traffic safety tips they can instruct their students. The curriculum is designed for elementary, middle and high schools.
The workshops are already being planned throughout the state of Florida. School districts interested in hosting the workshops can contact the program at 352-392-4042, ext. 1370.
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