Mid-South Transplant Foundation is committed to helping students make an educated decision when it comes to answering the important question: “Would you like to save lives today by being a registered organ and tissue donor?”
When students receive their permit, driver’s license or state identification card, they will be asked that question at the Driver Services Center. This is a very important decision that gives them the power to save up to eight people and enhance the lives of more than 75 others. If they are already driving, they can update their wishes online anytime.
Their decision is legally binding and cannot be changed by anyone but them. If they are under 18, their parent or legal guardian has the option to affirm or alter their decision. It is important for them to discuss their donation decision with their family.
The Educators Resource Guide covers topics that include: (we’ll compare this to Mary’s Curriculum and add links to Video, Form, Quiz and to handouts)
– The need for organ and tissue donation and how it helps others
– Different types of donation
– What can be donated
– The Donation process
– How to register to be an organ and tissue donor
– The importance of talking with your family about your decision
– Understanding the Facts about Donation
– Frequently Asked Questions
– Organ & Tissue Donation 101 Quiz
Students are encouraged to form their own SODA chapter at their school to promote donation.
Student Organ Donation Advocates is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that inspires and supports student-led organ and tissue donation education and registration efforts on high school, college, and graduate school campuses. For more information visit sodanational.org.
