Meet our Trainers
Regional Trainers are college students and young professionals across the Commonwealth who serve as school mentors and lead the Summer Leadership Retreat.
Mentors and Leaders for Youth Traffic Safety
Regional Trainers are college students and young professionals who are former YOVASO club leaders. They work part-time and are a key component to keeping YOVASO exciting and fun for youth and teens. Some of their tasks include assisting with safety projects, planning the Summer Leadership Retreat, representing YOVASO at school events, and assisting with office tasks. Regional Trainers also have the opportunity to represent YOVASO at state and national conferences.
The Regional Trainer program offers an opportunity for student leaders and young professionals to continue developing their skills as advocates for social change with a focus on traffic safety. These regionally based trainers enable YOVASO to provide hands-on assistance and trainings to schools statewide. In addition, trainers serve as role models and mentors for high and middle school youth leaders.
University of Mary Washington
Shaun is a 2022 graduate of the University of Mary Washington where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre. In the spring of 2023, he completed his Master's of Education from UMW and is in his second year as a Drama Teacher for Stafford County Public Schools. Shaun is 2019 graduate of Amherst County High School where he was an active member of the YOVASO/YADAPP club for five years. Shaun served on the Youth Advisory Council for three years and is in his sixth year working as a Regional Trainer.
Virginia Tech
Laci is in her first year as a YOVASO regional trainer. She is a 2025 graduate of Liberty High School in Bedford County where she was an active member of the YOVASO club throughout her four years. She attends Virginia Tech, where she is studying History. In addition to her role at YOVASO, Laci works at the National D-Day Memorial as a Visitor Services Assistant, her local country club as the youth tennis teacher, and she volunteers at the Bedford Boys Tribute Center.
Germanna Community College
Windsor is in her first year as a YOVASO Regional Trainer. After graduating from Liberty University Online Academy, she is looking forward to attending Germanna Community College in the Spring Semester. In high school, Windsor was an active member of her homeschool's YOVASO club, serving as president, as well as participating in the Summer Retreat as a Youth Leader for three years, while also being a member of the statewide Youth Advisory Council for two years.
Request More Information
For more information on applying to be a Regional Trainers please contact our program manager, Mary King.