Triple A Stands for Art? Poster & Video Contest for Youngsters Worth $1K to Winner

PROVIDENCE, RI—The youngsters have a shot at winning $1,000 in a poster and video contest, sponsored by AAA Northeast. Plus, their work could be showcased in a calendar or on the auto club's website.

The 2017 Traffic Safety Poster & Video Contest is open to K-12 students for art work (poster or video) that illustrates "proper skills and behavior in pedestrian, bike and vehicle safety."

The contest goes through April 7. Entries may be submitted now through April 7, 2017 via the contest website: www.AAA.com/safetymatters

The official contest rules and grade-level topics are also available at www.AAA.com/safetymatters.

"Traffic safety topics vary by grade level and include seat belt and booster seat use, school bus and bike safety, and distracted and impaired driving awareness," the club said. A grand prize winner collects $1,000 and three runners-up (from each grade category) win $300, $200 and $100.

The goal is education, AAA said.

“Proper use of booster seats, seat belts, bike helmets and the mindfulness of proper pedestrian safety skills save lives and prevent injuries,” said Diana Imondi Dias, AAA Northeast’s Traffic Safety Programs Manager. “We are always impressed by the quality of work and creativity of young people.”

According to the press release, the "Club hopes students will reflect on their own behavior regarding safety while using their creative ability to demonstrate safe behavior or remind the public about traffic laws. The winning posters will be showcased in a 2018 calendar and videos will be displayed on AAA.com and used in AAA’s traffic safety education programs."

Voting starts April 24. AAA members and website visitors can vote for their favorites in each grade level from April 24th to May 8, 2017. Winners will be announced May 15.

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