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DMV-Travelers Teen Safe Driving Video Contest

The contest is open to Connecticut teens ages 14-18.

DMV-Travelers Teen Safe Driving Video Contest

The contest is open to Connecticut teens ages 14-18.

Thank you for participating and congratulations to this year's award-winners!

 

Thank you to all the schools and student teams who participated in this year's contest!  

 

Amity High School (Woodbridge)
Berlin High School
Cheney Technical High School (Manchester)
Conard High School (West Hartford)
Daniel Hand High School (Madison)
Derby High School
East Hartford High School
East Hampton High School
Fairchild Wheeler (Bridgeport)
Haddam-Killingworth High School
Glastonbury High School
Hall High School (West Hartford)
Hamden Hall High School
Middletown High School
Nathan Hale Ray High School
New Canaan High School
Nonnewaug High School (Woodbury)
Norwich Free Academy 
Old Saybrook High School
Platt Technical High School (Milford)
Pomperaug High School (Southbury)
Simsbury High School
Southington High School
Thomaston High School
Wilton High School

The CT DMV-Travelers Teen Safe Driving Video Contest 2026 winners.

Congratulations to Norwich Free Academy on winning the top prize in the 2026 contest. 

 

2026 Contest Winners

 

Best Overall

School: Norwich Free Academy
Students: Ricardo Amado Gomes and Oliver Glenn
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Runner Up

School:  Platt Technical High School
Student: Dean Clarke
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School:  Daniel Hand High School
Students:  Reese Horn, Sofia Kita and Lara Khacherian
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Award of Distinction

School:  William H. Hall High School
Students:  Jaslynn Ravenberg, Geos Bastian and Henry Maneggia
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School:  Haddam-Killingworth High School
Students:  Reagan Aronson and Adam Livingston 
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School:  Middletown High School
Students:  Emir Mus, Every Cameron, Aidan Clough, Mario Carrillo and Kellen McGran
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School:  Middletown High School 
Students (4):  Thailen Kersey, Kayde Holley, Dynasia Niiaryee and Gianna Hernandez  
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Most Videos Submitted

School: Wilton High School

 
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Contest Overview

CONTEST DEADLINE: Extended to February 6, 2026

DOWNLOAD THE RULES AND ENTRY FORMS: Download the rules 

USE THE THEME:  "Driving Safe Habits"

BACKGROUND:  The student director and the team must use the video to demonstrate participants sharing the things that “drive” them to be safe. For example: family, friends, or anything that is most important to the team.  Show viewers the reasons you pledge to drive safely. 

HOW TO ENTER:  High school students produce a creative, unique and effective video public service announcement. Video can be up to 45 seconds in length. Your video can be less than 45 seconds, but it can not exceed 45 seconds.

WHO CAN ENTER: High school student ages 14 to 18 enrolled in a public or private high school located in Connecticut, or students ages 14 to 18 who are home-schooled in Connecticut.

 

Submit Your Video:

Students can submit their videos electronically (through Dropbox) or by postmarked mail. 

 

To Submit through Dropbox:
 
Step 1:  Be sure your video file name includes your last name and school.  For example:  Smith_EastHighSchool.mov
Step 2: Upload your video at this link: https://www.dropbox.com/request/RKPNKMXcfSmdjhCo51Ew
Step 3:  Select the “choose” option to locate your video file and select the file you wish to send.
Step 4:  Enter the required information (name and a valid e-mail address).  DMV may use this e-mail address to contact you regarding your video.
Step 5: Select “Upload” to send your video file.
Step 6:  Please send your completed entry forms to DMV.  You may scan the documents and e-mail to dmv.teencontest@ct.gov  

To Submit by Mail:

A complete entry consists of 1) the completed entry form, 2) a signed release form by entrant and his/her parent or legal guardian, 3) appearance releases signed by anyone who appears or participates in the PSA and 4) the PSA. 
 
Mail your complete entry to:
The Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles,
Attn: Corporate and Public Relations Unit
“Teen Driving PSA Contest”
60 State Street
Wethersfield, CT  06161

 

Watch the 2025 Contest Winners

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