Back to School Safety Precautions from Paul Davis

August is the time of year to fit in last-minute vacations, get hyped for 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 completing 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

  • Follow the speed limit while driving in a school zone.
  • Obey crossing guards.
  • Stop 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 change lanes, make U-turns, or pass other vehicles.
  • If you must use a cell phone, only use hands-free devices.
  • Never text and drive.
  • Unless licensed, do not use handicap spaces or lanes.

Walking to School

  • Look both ways before crossing the street and only use designated crosswalks.
  • Obey traffic signals, signs, and pavement markings.
  • Find the safest route between your home and the school and try walking it with your kids.
  • Instruct your children to:
  1. never accept a ride from someone else, even if they know them, without your permission.
  2. walk to school with a sibling or friend.
  3. report any incidents to a teacher immediately.

Teen Driving