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Driving lesson: Admit to fender-benders

Please walk your teen through what to do in the event they damage someone else’s car — especially if the other driver isn’t present.

If your teen is already driving or about to get their license, please walk them through what to do in the event they damage someone else’s car — especially if the other driver isn’t present.

On the week of November 4, our red Kia Soul was rear-ended while parked in student parking at CCHS. The rear of the car now has a dent marked with white paint and a cracked bumper.

Accidents happen. We would have loved it if the driver had left a note on the windshield rather than attempt to repair the bumper with duct tape. If you suspect this was your teen, please encourage them to reach out to the principal to let them know.

Kim Hickey 

Plainfield Road

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