Back to School Safety Precautions from Paul Davis

August is the time to take last-minute vacations, get hyped for football season, and prepare for school to start. Whether you’re purchasing school supplies for your elementary student, 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.
  • No matter which way you are driving, stop for school buses and be very cautious of children.
  • Follow the direction of school crossing guards.
  • Always keep an eye out for children, especially near schools and parks.
  • While in a school zone, do not make U-turns, pass other vehicles, or change lanes.
  • If you must use a cell phone, only use hands-free devices.
  • Do not text and drive.
  • Never park in handicap spaces unless licensed.

Walking to School

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

Teen Driving