Back to School Safety Precautions from Paul Davis

This month is the time to make any last-minute preparations before your kids head back to school. Whether you’re buying glue and scissors for a little one, prepping your teen for high school, or improving your own education, remember these safety tips to this month run as smoothly as possible.

Slow in School Zone

Slow in School Zone

School Zones are for Kids

  • Be aware of school zones and follow the posted speed limit.
  • Obey crossing guards.
  • No matter which way you are traveling, stop for school buses and be very cautious of children.
  • Watch out for children, especially near schools.
  • While in a school zone, do not pass other vehicles, change lanes, or make U-turns.
  • Do not text and drive.
  • Use a hands-free device if you need to make any calls.
  • Never park in handicap spaces unless licensed.

Walking to School

  • Look both ways before crossing the street and only use designated crosswalks.
  • Obey traffic signs, signals, and markings.
  • Select the safest route between your home and the school and try walking it with your kids.
  • Teach your children to:
  1. never get into a vehicle with anyone, even if they know them, without your permission.
  2. always walk to school with someone else.
  3. report any incidents to a teacher immediately.

Teen Driving