Back to School Safety Precautions from Paul Davis

August is the time of year to squeeze in last-minute vacations, get excited about football season, and prepare your kids to start school again. Whether you’re purchasing school supplies for a little one, preparing your teen for high school, or improving your own education, follow these safety tips to this month run as smoothly as possible.

Slow in School Zone

Slow in School Zone

School Zones are for Kids

  • Follow the speed limit while in a school zone.
  • Follow the direction of school crossing guards.
  • Brake for school buses on both sides of the road and be very cautious of children.
  • Look out for children, especially near schools and parks.
  • While in a school zone, do not make U-turns, pass other vehicles, or change lanes.
  • Use a hands-free device if you need to make any calls.
  • Never text and drive.
  • Never park in handicap spaces unless licensed.

Walking to School

  • Look both ways before crossing the street and only use designated crosswalks.
  • Obey traffic signals, signs, and pavement markings.
  • Demonstrate traffic safety awareness and pick the safest route between the school and your home.
  • Instruct your children to:
  1. never get into a car with anyone, even if they know them, without your permission.
  2. always walk to school with a sibling or friend.
  3. report the incident to you or a teacher immediately if another person asks them to get into a vehicle.

Teen Driving