Upcoming events.
ThinkFirst Traffic Offender Program
The ThinkFirst Traffic Offenders Program (TOP) is an experiential program designed specifically to educate high-risk drivers about the consequences of motor vehicle trauma. During the program, court-ordered traffic offenders follow the same path they would have taken had they been seriously injured in a crash. By providing a graphic and realistic view of life as a crash survivor, traffic offenders realize the full impact of their unsafe driving behavior.
Eligibility: High-risk drivers, including young drivers, speeding offenders, C&I, DWI, DUI and MIP offenders, and drivers with multiple offenses
Permit Academy
The St. Joseph Safety Council has developed a study curriculum which assists (pre-permitted) teens to prepare for their written test to obtain a Missouri Driving Permit.
This is a 4-hour workshop which covers material in detail in the Missouri Driver’s Guide. Emphasis is placed on developing safe and legal driving habits.
The Teen Driving Academy covers topics such as:
Rules of the Road, Defensive Driving, Occupant Restraints, Road Sign Recognition, and other material from the Missouri Driver’s Guide.
There are practice tests administered at the end of the course for confidence building.
Permit Academy
Cost: $40.00
The St. Joseph Safety Council has developed a study curriculum which assists (pre-permitted) teens to prepare for their written test to obtain a Missouri Driving Permit.
This is a 4-hour workshop which covers material in detail in the Missouri Driver’s Guide. Emphasis is placed on developing safe and legal driving habits.
The Teen Driving Academy covers topics such as:
Rules of the Road, Defensive Driving, Occupant Restraints, Road Sign Recognition, and other material from the Missouri Driver’s Guide.
There are practice tests administered at the end of the course for confidence building.
Permit Academy
Cost: $40.00
The St. Joseph Safety Council has developed a study curriculum which assists (pre-permitted) teens to prepare for their written test to obtain a Missouri Driving Permit.
This is a 4-hour workshop which covers material in detail in the Missouri Driver’s Guide. Emphasis is placed on developing safe and legal driving habits.
The Teen Driving Academy covers topics such as:
Rules of the Road, Defensive Driving, Occupant Restraints, Road Sign Recognition, and other material from the Missouri Driver’s Guide.
There are practice tests administered at the end of the course for confidence building.
ThinkFirst Traffic Offender Program
The ThinkFirst Traffic Offenders Program (TOP) is an experiential program designed specifically to educate high-risk drivers about the consequences of motor vehicle trauma. During the program, court-ordered traffic offenders follow the same path they would have taken had they been seriously injured in a crash. By providing a graphic and realistic view of life as a crash survivor, traffic offenders realize the full impact of their unsafe driving behavior.
Eligibility: High-risk drivers, including young drivers, speeding offenders, C&I, DWI, DUI and MIP offenders, and drivers with multiple offenses
Permit Academy
Cost: $40.00
The St. Joseph Safety Council has developed a study curriculum which assists (pre-permitted) teens to prepare for their written test to obtain a Missouri Driving Permit.
This is a 4-hour workshop which covers material in detail in the Missouri Driver’s Guide. Emphasis is placed on developing safe and legal driving habits.
The Teen Driving Academy covers topics such as:
Rules of the Road, Defensive Driving, Occupant Restraints, Road Sign Recognition, and other material from the Missouri Driver’s Guide.
There are practice tests administered at the end of the course for confidence building.
Driver’s Education
Throughout the week, our Driver’s Education students have the opportunity to learn from a variety of guest speakers and safety partners who bring real-world experience and powerful lessons about safe driving. We kick off the class with First Impact. They help parents and teens understand Missouri’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) law and how to work together to build safe driving habits. We kindly request that the parents accompany their teen for this section.
Here’s a brief overview of what each session covers:
Missouri State Highway Patrol Driver’s Examiner – Provides insight into what to expect during the driving test and common mistakes new drivers make.
MSHP Troop Mechanic – Teaches students about vehicle maintenance and safety checks that every driver should know before hitting the road.
Don Tolly & Associates – Shares important information about insurance, financial responsibility, and the real costs of car ownership.
MU Healthcare – “Is It Worth It?” Program – Offers a powerful perspective on the consequences of distracted and impaired driving.
MSHP Seat Belt Convincer – Gives students a hands-on demonstration of why wearing a seat belt is so critical.
ThinkFirst – Features stories from individuals who have experienced life-changing injuries due to crashes, reinforcing the importance of safe choices.
We end the Friday with MSHP Impairment Golf Cart Experience & Driving Simulator – Ends the week with an interactive session showing how alcohol and distractions affect reaction time and driving ability.
These sessions help our students gain not only driving skills but also a deeper understanding of the responsibility and impact of their choices behind the wheel.
ThinkFirst Traffic Offender Program
The ThinkFirst Traffic Offenders Program (TOP) is an experiential program designed specifically to educate high-risk drivers about the consequences of motor vehicle trauma. During the program, court-ordered traffic offenders follow the same path they would have taken had they been seriously injured in a crash. By providing a graphic and realistic view of life as a crash survivor, traffic offenders realize the full impact of their unsafe driving behavior.
Eligibility: High-risk drivers, including young drivers, speeding offenders, C&I, DWI, DUI and MIP offenders, and drivers with multiple offenses
Driver's Education
Throughout the week, our Driver’s Education students have the opportunity to learn from a variety of guest speakers and safety partners who bring real-world experience and powerful lessons about safe driving. We kick off the class with First Impact. They help parents and teens understand Missouri’s Graduated Driver License (GDL) law and how to work together to build safe driving habits. We kindly request that the parents accompany their teen for this section.
Here’s a brief overview of what each session covers:
Missouri State Highway Patrol Driver’s Examiner – Provides insight into what to expect during the driving test and common mistakes new drivers make.
MSHP Troop Mechanic – Teaches students about vehicle maintenance and safety checks that every driver should know before hitting the road.
Don Tolly & Associates – Shares important information about insurance, financial responsibility, and the real costs of car ownership.
MU Healthcare – “Is It Worth It?” Program – Offers a powerful perspective on the consequences of distracted and impaired driving.
MSHP Seat Belt Convincer – Gives students a hands-on demonstration of why wearing a seat belt is so critical.
ThinkFirst – Features stories from individuals who have experienced life-changing injuries due to crashes, reinforcing the importance of safe choices.
We end the Friday with MSHP Impairment Golf Cart Experience & Driving Simulator – Ends the week with an interactive session showing how alcohol and distractions affect reaction time and driving ability.
These sessions help our students gain not only driving skills but also a deeper understanding of the responsibility and impact of their choices behind the wheel.
ThinkFirst Traffic Offender Program
The ThinkFirst Traffic Offenders Program (TOP) is an experiential program designed specifically to educate high-risk drivers about the consequences of motor vehicle trauma. During the program, court-ordered traffic offenders follow the same path they would have taken had they been seriously injured in a crash. By providing a graphic and realistic view of life as a crash survivor, traffic offenders realize the full impact of their unsafe driving behavior.
Eligibility: High-risk drivers, including young drivers, speeding offenders, C&I, DWI, DUI and MIP offenders, and drivers with multiple offenses
Permit Academy
Cost: $40.00
The St. Joseph Safety Council has developed a study curriculum which assists (pre-permitted) teens to prepare for their written test to obtain a Missouri Driving Permit.
This is a 4-hour workshop which covers material in detail in the Missouri Driver’s Guide. Emphasis is placed on developing safe and legal driving habits.
The Teen Driving Academy covers topics such as:
Rules of the Road, Defensive Driving, Occupant Restraints, Road Sign Recognition, and other material from the Missouri Driver’s Guide.
There are practice tests administered at the end of the course for confidence building.
Permit Academy
Cost: $40.00
The St. Joseph Safety Council has developed a study curriculum which assists (pre-permitted) teens to prepare for their written test to obtain a Missouri Driving Permit.
This is a 4-hour workshop which covers material in detail in the Missouri Driver’s Guide. Emphasis is placed on developing safe and legal driving habits.
The Teen Driving Academy covers topics such as:
Rules of the Road, Defensive Driving, Occupant Restraints, Road Sign Recognition, and other material from the Missouri Driver’s Guide.
There are practice tests administered at the end of the course for confidence building.
ThinkFirst Traffic Offender Program
The ThinkFirst Traffic Offenders Program (TOP) is an experiential program designed specifically to educate high-risk drivers about the consequences of motor vehicle trauma. During the program, court-ordered traffic offenders follow the same path they would have taken had they been seriously injured in a crash. By providing a graphic and realistic view of life as a crash survivor, traffic offenders realize the full impact of their unsafe driving behavior.
Eligibility: High-risk drivers, including young drivers, speeding offenders, C&I, DWI, DUI and MIP offenders, and drivers with multiple offenses
Permit Academy
Cost: $40.00
The St. Joseph Safety Council has developed a study curriculum which assists (pre-permitted) teens to prepare for their written test to obtain a Missouri Driving Permit.
This is a 4-hour workshop which covers material in detail in the Missouri Driver’s Guide. Emphasis is placed on developing safe and legal driving habits.
The Teen Driving Academy covers topics such as:
Rules of the Road, Defensive Driving, Occupant Restraints, Road Sign Recognition, and other material from the Missouri Driver’s Guide.
There are practice tests administered at the end of the course for confidence building.
Permit Academy
Cost: $40.00
The St. Joseph Safety Council has developed a study curriculum which assists (pre-permitted) teens to prepare for their written test to obtain a Missouri Driving Permit.
This is a 4-hour workshop which covers material in detail in the Missouri Driver’s Guide. Emphasis is placed on developing safe and legal driving habits.
The Teen Driving Academy covers topics such as:
Rules of the Road, Defensive Driving, Occupant Restraints, Road Sign Recognition, and other material from the Missouri Driver’s Guide.
There are practice tests administered at the end of the course for confidence building.
ThinkFirst Traffic Offender Program
The ThinkFirst Traffic Offenders Program (TOP) is an experiential program designed specifically to educate high-risk drivers about the consequences of motor vehicle trauma. During the program, court-ordered traffic offenders follow the same path they would have taken had they been seriously injured in a crash. By providing a graphic and realistic view of life as a crash survivor, traffic offenders realize the full impact of their unsafe driving behavior.
Eligibility: High-risk drivers, including young drivers, speeding offenders, C&I, DWI, DUI and MIP offenders, and drivers with multiple offenses
Permit Academy
Cost: $40.00
The St. Joseph Safety Council has developed a study curriculum which assists (pre-permitted) teens to prepare for their written test to obtain a Missouri Driving Permit.
This is a 4-hour workshop which covers material in detail in the Missouri Driver’s Guide. Emphasis is placed on developing safe and legal driving habits.
The Teen Driving Academy covers topics such as:
Rules of the Road, Defensive Driving, Occupant Restraints, Road Sign Recognition, and other material from the Missouri Driver’s Guide.
There are practice tests administered at the end of the course for confidence building.
Safety Town After Dark
Date & Location:
Friday, January 30, 2026
Our Lady of Guadalupe, 4503 Frederick Ave, St Joseph, MO
Expected Attendance:
Adults (18+) from the St. Joseph and surrounding communities, including business leaders, community organizations, and civic-minded residents.
Dress Attire:
We encourage guests to come in business casual attire — comfortable yet polished. There will be opportunities to join in on activities (including a little fun riding around Safety Town on tricycles!), so please dress accordingly.
Getting Home Safely
The Safety and Health Council reminds all attendees to plan ahead:
Please arrange for a designated driver or use one of the many ride share options available in our community, Thank you for keeping Safety Town safe—after dark!
Bring a Little Extra for Fun!
Throughout the evening, guests will have the chance to participate in raffles, games, and special activities around Safety Town. We encourage participants to bring a little extra spending money to join in on the fun and help
support our community safety programs.
Safety Town After Dark is a unique fundraising and community engagement event that gives adults the opportunity to experience the Safety Town program in a fun and interactive evening.
Participants will enjoy a meal, themed activities, safety-related trivia, raffles, & the chance to explore Safety Town “after dark.”
