Fort White High defends title belt in ‘battle’ with CHS

Students challenged to wear seat belts as part of competition.

  • Fort White High School Principal Keith Couey (left) displays the championship belt alongside FDOT District Two Secretary Greg Evans. Fort White students increased their seatbelt wearing by 25% during the course of the competition. (COURTESY)
    Fort White High School Principal Keith Couey (left) displays the championship belt alongside FDOT District Two Secretary Greg Evans. Fort White students increased their seatbelt wearing by 25% during the course of the competition. (COURTESY)

    A ‘battle’ between two local high school wasn’t settled on a field or court, but rather in cars and parking lots.

    The Florida Department of Transportation recently hosted its Battle of the Belts compet…