Victims of Volume - Emerson Jr. Sr. High School

Victims of Volume - Emerson Jr. Sr. High School Emerson Jr. Sr. High School created this project for the UGotBrains Champion Schools Program. Research shows that the level of music in a car affects driver reaction time as much as 12 seconds, which can be the difference between life and death- example, a child running in the street or running a red light. Working with the Emerson Police Department, students produced a PSA which shows the dangers of driving with loud music being played on the car radio. All-American Ford of Hackensack demonstrated their MYKEY System which allows parents to set radio volume, speed limits, seat belt usage, and a warning when the gas tank is running low on their child's car. This well-attended event was featured on public access channels on Cablevision and Verizon Fios and MSGVARSITY, channel 14. Students will conduct volume level experiments on a driving simulator based on the research done by universities, hospitals, insurance companies and individuals. William Beans of the NJ Division of Traffic and Safety addressed the seniors, juniors, and sophomores about the dangerous consequences of driving under the influence, speeding, talking on a cell phone, and texting. Special bracelets were distributed which say "Victims of Volume" on one side and "Lower It!" on the other. For more information about the UGotBrains Champion Schools Project and your chance to win, please check out UGotBrains.com. From: StopTheDamage Views: 10 0 ratings Time: 13:21 More in Education