This program was quite an undertaking. Foothill had never presented the program and some told me that I couldn't do it. But I felt driven to present this topic. Alcohol has had a huge presence in my life unfortunately as my uncle was killed in a car accident because he was driving under the influence. I wanted my peers to realize how instantaneously life can be taken away and I wanted them to realize how important it is to not drink and drive or get in the car with someone who has been drinking.
I could never have done this program without the immense support from the Foothill staff, faculty, and janitor. Also, I am so grateful for AMR, the Police Department, the Fire Department, the Coroner, and the helicopter crew. Another thank you to our make-up artist and our actors who did such a great job. We had so many helping hands that cared about this event just as much as I did.
I think the student body really responded to the event which was the main purpose. Of course, there will always be the jokers and the teasers, but I think many students lives were changed for the better. I know mine was.
The following day we had California Highway Patrol Officer, Anthony Pedeferri, come in to speak to the school. He is a paraplegic because of an underage DUI Driver and his story is one of the most inspirational that I have heard. I was so honored that he was able to attend and speak to our students- he has the power to change lives on a daily basis.
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