- Driver Training Instructor: Requirements and Application
- Driver Training Instructor: Course
- Vermont Agency of Education: Driver Education
- Vermont DMV: Driver’s Manual
- Vermont DMV: Driver Education Requirements
- Vermont DMV: Driving Practice Log Sheet
- Vermont Highway Safety Alliance
- Vermont State Highway Safety Office
Upcoming Events
ADTSEA Annual Conference
Sunday, July 12 - Wednesday, July 15 in Cary, NC
The Annual ADTSEA Conference brings together national leaders in traffic safety and driver education in the interest of quality programs. This is an opportunity to come together and share information that is a valuable part of our continued education.
ADTSEA program planners prepare an extensive list of presenters to include national leaders, motivational speakers, and awards recognition. The sessions are designed to assist attendees by providing contact hours to meet Professional Development requirements.
NETSEA Fall Conference
Monday, September 28 in Boxboro, MA
Join us for a day of professional development, networking, and valuable training sessions for driver education professionals. Receive 12 credit hours of professional development.
VDTSEA Annual Conference
March 2027
Join driver educators, driving schools, and leaders in driver education at our annual conference in Pierre. Learn about new products, services, and organizations dedicated to keeping our nation's drivers safe.
More details will be posted towards the end of the year.
Speakers
We are looking for dynamic speakers to give us interesting information or tools to enhance driver education programs. We appreciate those who volunteer to speak at our conference at no cost, keeping registration fees low for our teachers.
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Sponsors
Without our sponsors we would have a hard time putting on our annual conference. Sponsorship levels start at $250 with additional opportunities available. Gain great exposure for your business; sponsor the conference today!
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Exhibitors
As an exhibitor, you get a 10' x 10' booth space (with 8-foot table, table linen and skirting, two chairs, and wastebasket), and lunch for two people. Please let us know if you need access to electrical outlets.
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Founded in 1950, VDTSEA actively works to reduce driving crashes, injuries, and fatalities by implementing evidence-based driver education practices, supporting effective traffic safety legislation, and fostering positive community partnerships.
- Promote Safe and Responsible Driving
Encourage safe and healthy choices, mastery of best-practice driving skills, and the development of positive habits, respectful attitudes, and essential roadway knowledge. - Empower Lifelong Learners
Inspire every student to become a competent, caring, productive, and responsible individual dedicated to continuous learning and safe driving for life. - Foster Collaborative Partnerships
Strengthen partnerships among parents, educators, students, and community members to enhance teaching, learning, and safety awareness across Vermont communities. - Uphold Standards of Excellence
Support and utilize an approved driver education curriculum endorsed by the Vermont Agency of Education, Department of Motor Vehicles, and VDTSEA membership to ensure consistency, quality, and accountability in driver education statewide.
Resources
Vermont Resources
National Resources
- AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety
- American Driver Traffic and Safety Education Association (ADTSEA)
- Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists (ADED)
- Association of National Stakeholders in Traffic Safety Education (ANSTSE)
- Foundation for a Drug-Free World
- Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)
- National Highway Traffic Safety Association
- National Road Safety Foundation
- National Safety Council
- National Transportation Safety Board
- Novice Teen Driver Education and Training Administrative Standards (NTDETAS)
- Operation Lifesaver, Inc.
- Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)
- US DOT Federal Highway Administration
Videos
Awards
John Harvey Service Award
A John Harvey Service Award was established by VDTSEA after the untimely passing of John Harvey, a nationally known and highly respected driver and traffic safety administrator. John started his administrative career as a consultant and supervisor of driver and traffic safety education at the Vermont Department of Education. He moved on to similar positions in Washington State and Oregon and continued to be a resource for driver and traffic safety programs in Vermont. The following recipients of the award have all been consultants and supervisors of driver and traffic safety education at the Vermont Department of Education or the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles. They are recognized for upholding driver and traffic safety education ideals with John Harvey’s dedication and passion.
- 2024: Barbara Brody, Department of Education and Teacher
- 2019: Nancy Andrus, Department of Motor Vehicles and Teacher
- 2014: Marty Dexter, Department of Motor Vehicles
- 2010: Judy Safford, Department of Education
Lindsay Townsend Award
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Jay Silvestro Teacher of Excellence Award
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Jay Curtis Bill Flory Award
The Jay Curtis Bill Flory Award was established by the VDTSEA in 1982 to honor driver educators who have made significant contributions to traffic safety education. It honors the legacy of two influential Vermont driver educators. Jay Curtis, a dedicated driver education teacher at Springfield High School and former VDTSEA president, who passed away around 1980. Bill Flory, a long-time driver educator at Whitingham and Wilmington High Schools, who served as VDTSEA's treasurer and membership chair for 40 years until his death in 2018. Originally named solely after Jay Curtis, the award was renamed following Bill Flory's passing to recognize both men's exceptional leadership and contributions to traffic safety education in Vermont.
- 2025: Pamela Ricker
- 2024: Karren Meyer
- 2023: George Roonay
- 2022: Jay Riggin
- 2021: John Lynch
- 2020: Jay Riggen
- 2019: Gabriella Netsch
- 2018: David Potter
- 2017: Kevin Masse
- 2016: Keith Mullins
- 2015: Jack Cohun
- 2014: Mark Hamilton
- 2013: Richard & Janet Lussier
- 2012: Bruce Renfro
- 2011: Kenneth Perrotte
- 2010: Joseph Barch
- 2009: Marty Dexter
- 2008: Bill Mayville
- 2007: Cathy Broderick
- 2006: David Trombley
- 2005: Jim Carter
- 2004: Jim Kelley
- 2003: Jim Calder
- 2002: Bob Cook
- 2001: Beverly Osterberg
- 2000: Bruce Satterlee
- 1999: Nancy Andrus
- 1998: David Holloway
- 1997: Barry Ford
- 1996: Ed Rhodes
- 1995: Wlter Lattrell
- 1994: Lindsay & Marcheta Townsend
- 1993: Barabara Brody
- 1992: Joe Tilden
- 1991: Elizabeth Allison
- 1990: Carol Rose
- 1989: Luther Chatfield
- 1988: Jim Canary
- 1987: Judy Safford
- 1986: Barbara Bassett
- 1985: John Harvey
- 1984: Bill Flory
- 1983: Ray Maguire
- 1982: George Laing
Vermont Recipients of the the ADTSEA Teacher of Excellence Award
The ADTSEA Teacher of Excellence Award, sponsored by the National Road Safety Foundation, honors exceptional driver and traffic safety educators across the United States. Vermont’s recipients have demonstrated innovation, professionalism, and a lifelong commitment to safe driving education.
The Vermont driver education community is proud of these educators, each of whom exemplifies excellence in driver and traffic safety education. Their work continues to shape safer drivers and communities across Vermont.
Special remembrance is extended to the late Charles William Worrell, Jr., whose dedication to teaching and mentoring helped establish a standard of excellence that continues to inspire Vermont driver education professionals.
- 2024: Gabriella Netsch, Yankee Driving School
- 2022: Richard Kearney, Woodstock Union HS / Upper Valley Driving Academy
- 2021: Karren Meyer, Leland & Gray Union HS
- 2020: George Rooney, Middlebury Union HS
- 2020: Stanley Blicharz, Rutland HS
- 2019: Richard Ritter, Central Vermont Union HS/Vermont Green Driving School
- 2018: Michael Pluta, Mill River Union HS
- 2014: John Viau, Bellows Free Academy
- 2013: Mark Hamilton, Hartford HS
- 2012: Kevin Masse, Mt. Abraham Union HS
- 2011: Barbara Brody, People Academy
- 2010: Charles William Worrell, Jr., Woodstock Union HS
- 2009: John Lynch, Central Vermont Driving School
- 2008: Joe Barch, Mt. Mansfield Union HS
- 2007: William Mayville, Essex HS
- 2002: Lindsay Townsend, Mt. Mansfield Union HS
