School Dance Safety

Updated: June 2, 2008

By Cindy Lin

Click to find out what you need to know to stay safe on those fun nights out.

It's the season for football games, school dances and late-night pep rallies. With all the excitement that comes with these events, it's easy to get caught up in the moment and forget a few basic precautions. The Department of Transportation has found that school dance nights, including homecoming and prom, are among the most lethal for young people, since teenagers are more likely to be involved in traffic accidents traveling to and from festivities. Most of these accidents are alcohol-related. Do you know what it takes to have a great-- and safe-- time when you go out? Take the quiz and find out.