Making Smart Choices and Driving Safe Message Presented in Ballston Spa

BALLSTON SPA — Ballston Spa High School seniors were presented with a safe driving message during the days before the Senior Prom on June 3, encouraging them to avoid accidents caused by distracted or impaired driving.

A simulated crash demonstration took place on May 25 in front of the school in the bus loop at 9:45 a.m. Several students, as well as various emergency responders, participated in the event. 

The event was coordinated by the BSHS Administrators and Deputy Pedro Garcia, the school resource officer, with assistance from Saratoga County Sheriff Michael Zurlo and area emergency responders. 

“This is a great program to teach kids about everyday safety involving distracted or drunk driving, but especially around the prom when these things become more prevalent,” read a statement on the Ballston Spa Fire Department’s Facebook page. “Thank you for your support and we hope this conversation continues at home, as we hope this drill never becomes a reality for any of us.”

The BSFD thanked Mangino Chevrolet Buick GMC for donating cars used in the demonstration. They also offered thanks to the Community Emergency Corps, the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office, Ballston Lake Emergency Squad, Malta Ridge Volunteer Fire Company, Armer Funeral Home, and the BSCSD administration.