https://flteensafedriver.org/meetings
September 1-2, 2026
9/01/26: 1PM-5PM
9/02/26: 9AM-1PM
Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando International Drive ICON Park
8250 Jamaican Ct.Orlando, FL 32819
Improving
driver education
across Florida
Upcoming Events
Board meetings, roundtables, workshops, and conferences are open to all members.
Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition
September 01 - 02, 2026
Driving Conversation for Driver Education Administrators, Coordinators, Officials, and Supervisors (DEACOS)
September 02, 2026 • 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Florida's Driver Education landscape is changing quickly. Some districts are scaling back; others are rebuilding or expanding. This quarterly Driving Conversation brings together DEACOS: district-level Driver Education Administrators, Coordinators, Officials, and Supervisors-to compare structures, funding approaches, staffing/certification pipelines, and DETS roll-outs. ADTSEA-FL would like to coordinate DEACOS's exchange of ideas and to help with professional development, best-practice sharing, and assistance in improving your programs. Expect to gain and share practical ideas you can use in growing Driver Education in your district.
Meetings are quarterly, the first Wednesday of the month at 9:00 AM
Join here:
meet.google.com/qty-nxgz-nvm
The Science of Crashes: A Virtual Field Trip
November 17, 2026 • 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
The Science of Crashes: A Virtual Field Trip
With a LIVE crash test by the IIHS
Tuesday, November 17, 202611:30am - 1:00pm Eastern Time
Bring your 6-12 grade students along for this free, 90-minute, online field trip from the comfort of your classroom or auditorium!
There you'll discover how physics, biology, engineering, and emerging technologies are applied in the real-world to improve vehicle safety.
Get an exclusive look behind-the-scenes of the IIHS facility and learn how vehicles are tested and rated. PLUS- witness a LIVE crash test and have student's questions answered by IIHS Engineers.
Pre or post event, you're invited to explore Crash Science in the Classroom lesson resources where students can demonstrate their understanding of crash-related science phenomena!
Driving Conversation for Driver Education Administrators, Coordinators, Officials, and Supervisors (DEACOS)
December 02, 2026 • 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Florida's Driver Education landscape is changing quickly. Some districts are scaling back; others are rebuilding or expanding. This quarterly Driving Conversation brings together DEACOS: district-level Driver Education Administrators, Coordinators, Officials, and Supervisors-to compare structures, funding approaches, staffing/certification pipelines, and DETS roll-outs. ADTSEA-FL would like to coordinate DEACOS's exchange of ideas and to help with professional development, best-practice sharing, and assistance in improving your programs. Expect to gain and share practical ideas you can use in growing Driver Education in your district.
Meetings are quarterly, the first Wednesday of the month at 9:00 AM
Join here:
meet.google.com/qty-nxgz-nvm
Driving Conversation for Driver Education Administrators, Coordinators, Officials, and Supervisors (DEACOS)
March 03, 2027 • 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Florida's Driver Education landscape is changing quickly. Some districts are scaling back; others are rebuilding or expanding. This quarterly Driving Conversation brings together DEACOS: district-level Driver Education Administrators, Coordinators, Officials, and Supervisors-to compare structures, funding approaches, staffing/certification pipelines, and DETS roll-outs. ADTSEA-FL would like to coordinate DEACOS's exchange of ideas and to help with professional development, best-practice sharing, and assistance in improving your programs. Expect to gain and share practical ideas you can use in growing Driver Education in your district.
Meetings are quarterly, the first Wednesday of the month at 9:00 AM
Join here:
meet.google.com/qty-nxgz-nvm
Driving Conversation for Driver Education Administrators, Coordinators, Officials, and Supervisors (DEACOS)
June 03, 2027 • 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Florida's Driver Education landscape is changing quickly. Some districts are scaling back; others are rebuilding or expanding. This quarterly Driving Conversation brings together DEACOS: district-level Driver Education Administrators, Coordinators, Officials, and Supervisors-to compare structures, funding approaches, staffing/certification pipelines, and DETS roll-outs. ADTSEA-FL would like to coordinate DEACOS's exchange of ideas and to help with professional development, best-practice sharing, and assistance in improving your programs. Expect to gain and share practical ideas you can use in growing Driver Education in your district.
Join here:
meet.google.com/qty-nxgz-nvm
Sponsors & Partners
Sponsors
Patrons
Fellowship Sponsors
Partners
The American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association - Florida (ADTSEA-FL) aims to improve the quality of driver education in Florida through advocacy, professional networking, sharing of resources, and developing educational opportunities for driver education and traffic safety professionals.
ADTSEA-FL was founded in August 2022 to enhance the quality of driver education in Florida. Its inception began with informal discussions and fact-finding missions to determine the feasibility of a state-level association affiliated with the American Driver & Traffic Safety Education Association (ADTSEA). Initial meetings focused on gathering input from public and commercial driver education stakeholders and identifying organizational goals. A key milestone was the decision to pilot the organization as a potential chapter of ADTSEA, ensuring alignment with its mission and infrastructure. By late 2022, formal plans for incorporation began, culminating in the approval of an ADTSEA/ADTSEA-FL dual membership model in November. This partnership with ADTSEA aimed to streamline membership processing and offer shared benefits to members of both organizations.
In 2023, efforts ramped up with the creation of a draft constitution and a comprehensive needs assessment to engage stakeholders statewide. The constitution was ratified in April 2024, marking a significant step toward establishing a robust organizational framework. Simultaneously, leadership identified key operational priorities, including securing insurance, initiating banking partnerships, and preparing the groundwork for resource-sharing platforms.
By late 2024, ADTSEA-FL held regular board meetings and began developing its website and outreach strategies to serve Florida's driver education professionals. With dual membership in place, plans for roundtable listening sessions in early 2025 signal ADTSEA-FL's commitment to fostering collaboration between public educators, commercial driving schools, and governmental agencies to improve driver education standards across the state.
Today, ADTSEA-FL stands as a growing network of professionals dedicated to enhancing road safety and educational outcomes in Florida.
ADTSEA-FL ConstitutionResources
ADTSEA-FL Resources
Florida Laws, Rules, and Licensing
- Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV)
- FLHSMV Education and Courses
- Driver Education Licensing Assistance Program (DELAP)
- FLHSMV Commercial Driving Schools Overview
- Commercial Driving Schools Providing Behind-the-Wheel Training, by County
- Dori Slosberg Driver Education Safety Act, s. 318.1215, F.S.
- Florida Department of Education, Driver Education
Florida Programs and Partners
Instructor Certification and Training
- Florida Safety Council, Driving Instructor Training Course (DITC)
- Modern Approaches to Traffic Safety
- FLHSMV Commercial Driving School Instructor Application, Form 77073
- Florida Department of Education Educator Certification
- ADTSEA Teacher Credentialing
- ADTSEA Online Professional Development
- ANSTSE Stages for Driver Education Instructor Preparation Program
Standards and Curriculum
- Novice Teen Driver Education and Training Administrative Standards (NTDETAS), May 2023 Edition
- NTDETAS Standards Library
- ADTSEA National Curriculum Standards 2023 (NTDETAS Attachment A)
- DSAA Curriculum Content Standards (NTDETAS Attachment B)
- NHTSA Highway Safety Program Guideline No. 4, Driver Education (NTDETAS Attachment E)
- ADTSEA Driver Education Curriculum
- Florida Model Driver Education Curriculum
National Resources
- American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association (ADTSEA)
- Southeast Region of ADTSEA (SERADTSEA)
- Association of National Stakeholders in Traffic Safety Education (ANSTSE)
- Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists (ADED)
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
- National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)
- Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA)
- AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety
- Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)
- IIHS Crash Science in the Classroom
- National Safety Council
- National Road Safety Foundation
- Operation Lifesaver, Inc.
- Foundation for a Drug-Free World
FAQ
Events
What are stakeholder roundtables?
These are virtual discussions bringing together driver education professionals, public school administrators, and commercial driving school owners to address industry challenges and best practices.
Governance + Financing
How is ADTSEA-FL different from ADTSEA?
ADTSEA-FL associates and receives support from ADTSEA through a dual-membership model. ADTSEA-FL focuses on local initiatives and professional development within Florida, while ADTSEA operates on a national level. Through dual membership, ADTSEA-FL members gain access to both state and national resources.
How is ADTSEA-FL funded?
ADTSEA-FL is funded through membership dues, event registrations, sponsorships, and grants.
How is ADTSEA-FL governed?
ADTSEA-FL is overseen by an elected Executive Board, which votes on major decisions, including the selection of a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to manage daily operations. Elections take place annually, with nominations opening in January and voting occurring in February. Members in good standing are eligible to vote and run for board positions.
Membership
Does ADTSEA-FL offer financial assistance for educators?
While we don't offer direct financial aid, we strive to connect educators with grants and funding opportunities for professional development.
How much does membership cost?
Membership dues are set annually by the ADTSEA-FL Board. ADTSEA membership is $50 and ADTSEA-FL membership is $20 per year. By joining ADTSEA, ADTSEA-FL members are credited $20 and join both organizations for $50. The current rates and alternative membership plans will be displayed on the membership registration portal.
What is dual membership with ADTSEA?
ADTSEA members in Florida automatically become ADTSEA-FL members, gaining access to both state and national benefits, including conferences, online resources, and professional certifications.
Who can join ADTSEA-FL and what are the bennefits?
Any individual or organization involved in driver education, including public school instructors, commercial driving school operators, and traffic safety professionals, can join. Members gain access to exclusive resources, training opportunities, professional development, networking events, and the dual membership program with ADTSEA, which includes national-level benefits. Become a member.
Board of Directors
Derek Stewart
Richard Greene
Griff Jones
Darren Tessitore
Lisa Worthy
Executive Officers
Derek Stewart
Chief Executive Officer
Daniel Maurer
Chief Financial Officer