College Information & Events
03 August
To support students understand their responsibilities in driving, all Year 11 Damascus students attended a one hour information session on Tuesday 2 August, focused on road safety.
Past student, John Maher has delivered his powerful presentation, Carmen’s Story, to thousands of students all over Australia. His story recounts his family’s personal tragedy as a result of road trauma highlighting the ripple effect that is experienced when a life is taken on the roads.
John reminded students that it is the first 6 months of probationary driving where road accidents are more likely to occur. He challenged students to consider doubling the minimum 120 hours practice driving on L Plates to ensure that appropriate skills are developed.
John has recently written a book, Carmen’s Legacy, which further details the impact road trauma has had on his family.