Motor vehicle fatality is the leading cause of death for teenagers, accounting for nearly half of their deaths. In the United States alone, the fatal crash rate per mile for 16-19-year olds is nearly 3 times the rate than that of drivers over the age of 20, with their risk being the highest at ages 16-17. Justice4Katie, OneCommunity Partner, kicked off their Arrive Alive Initiative last month when they spoke to the first semester Driver’s Education classes at Anoka High School. J4K founder, Karen, shared Katie’s story, the impact it still has on her family/friends eight years later, and how dangerous distracted driving can be. The students were able to take a pledge to ARRIVE ALIVE, JUST DRIVE and received instructions on how to put their phones in hands free mode, along with a J4K phone holder to remind them that their phone should never be in their hands while they are behind the wheel. J4K is currently working on a video to distribute to other high schools and will continue to present in person as well. To learn more or get involved, visit HERE.