2016 Winning Submissions
We are pleased to announce the following submissions that were chosen as winners of the 2016 Kelsey’s Law Scholarship – Stop Distracted Driving Contest:
BEST OVERALL
Emily Eggenberger – Alma High School
Pictured with Emily is Kelsey’s mother, Bonnie Raffaele, and Alma High School Principal Thomas Torok
Best Video
Amanda Abro – Walled Lake Western High School
Amanda Abro with attorney Steven Gursten at Michigan Auto Law
Best Graphic
Jon Perrault – Escanaba Senior High School
Pictured with Jon is Escanaba High School Principal Darci Griebel
Best Tweet
Nathen Foster – Byron Center High School
Pictured with Nathen is Michigan Auto Law attorney Brandon Hewitt
Applicants were encouraged to submit a persuasive message that shows how they would convince young drivers to reduce distractions while driving. Entries were judged and critiqued on the following factors:
- Ability to persuade others, especially teen drivers, to stop texting while driving.
- Ability to grab the attention of your friends, peers and family.
- A clear and understandable message.
- Demonstration of your personal creativity and ingenuity.