A Message from Vermont National Guard

For your teen, a driver’s license represents maturity and their first step towards independence. As parents, we understand it means so much more.

Like your new driver, the National Guard has long cherished freedom and independence. As the oldest branch of the military, we trace our lineage to 1636 when Colonial Citizens organized to protect families and towns from hostile attacks. Since 1760s, when the First Green Mountain Boys, under the leadedership of Ethan Allen were mustered, the Vermont National Guard has served both community and country, responding to domestic emergencies, providing humanitarian aid around the world and supporting oversea combat missions.

As you continue to steer your child and teenager towards greater responsibility and obligations, service in the National Guard can provide an additional support structure for their expanding life. By committing to part-time service, they can earn many benefits only available to fulltime workers. The benefits include, health, dental and life Insurance, tuition assistance, retirement plans, and a monthly drill paycheck.

The Vermont Army National Guard is proud to support you and your teen driver as you begin training the responsibilities and skills of a safe driver. As you work through this booklet, we challenge you to devote your maximum effort and to accomplish each task to the best of your ability. Thank you for doing your part to make Vermont roads safer.