SPOKANE, Wash. — Whether kids walk, ride the bus or drive to school this year, there are things everyone can do to make sure students arrive safely and ready to learn!
The National Safety Council has the following tips so everyone can get to and from school safely this year.
For families who walk to school:
Walk on the sidewalk when available. If there is no sidewalk, walk facing traffic.Before you cross the street, look both ways to see if any cars are coming.Always cross the street at intersections.Stay alert and avoid distracted walking
For people riding bikes to school:
Right on the right side of the road in a single fileCome to a complete stop before crossing the street and walk your bike across the street.Make sure to always wear a properly fitted helmet.
For parents whose students take the bus:
Go to the bus stop with your child to make sure they know how to get on and off the bus.Teach your children to stand 6 feet away from the curbIf your child must cross the street in front of the bus, teach him or her to walk on the side of the road until they are 10 feet ahead of the bus; your child and the bus driver should always be able to see each other
If you drive your child to school:
Obey school zone speed limitsWatch for children crossing the streetNever pass a bus loading or unloading children
For more transportation safety tips, including tips for teen drivers, click here.
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