August is Back to School Month

Back to School Safety

Two Lanes (no median or barrier):  Vehicles traveling in both directions MUST stop.

Multi-Lane Paved Across (center lane):  Vehicles traveling in both directions MUST stop.

Divided Highway (unpaved space 5 ft or more / raised median / physical barrier):  Vehicles behind the bus MUST stop.  Vehicles traveling in the opposite direction must proceed with caution. 

Key Tips for Drivers

• Slow down in school zones; stop and yield to pedestrians crossing
• Watch for crossing guards and crosswalks
• Follow School Bus Laws; never pass a bus from behind when red lights are flashing
• Avoid distractions

Tips for Parents and Pedestrians

• Teach Safe Crossing Practice
• Preschoolers should hold an adult’s hand
• Cross at crosswalks, if possible, or corners
• Always look left – right – and left again – before stepping into the street
• Make eye contact with drivers and remain alert
• Carpool, when possible, to reduce number of cars at school drop-off