As schools across the state let out for spring break, our young travelers should keep a few things in mind as they hit the road:

Distracted Driving is Dangerous - Though many states have banned teenagers from texting while driving, many continue to do so. Driving requires the full attention of the teen behind the wheel and through some positive peer pressure, teens can encourage their friends to focus on the road and stay alive.

Worried that your sleep patterns will be disrupted when the clocks move ahead one hour this weekend? The key is getting enough zzz's in advance, says one sleep expert.

First, make sure you're well rested before the switch to daylight savings time on March 13, advises Dr. Aparajitha Verma, medical director of the Sleep Disorders Center at the Methodist Neurological Institute in Houston.