There are basic rules to teach your children to keep them safe when walking to and from school. Always focus attention on road and traffic conditions. Don’t play with friends or be distracted. Always walk on sidewalks if available. If sidewalks are unavailable, walk on the edge of the road or on the left shoulder of the road, facing the traffic flow.
Cross the street only at marked crosswalks or intersections. Pedestrians are often hit by cars when jaywalking. Stop at the curb and look left, right, and left again. Stopping at the curb signals drivers that you intend to cross. Obey all traffic signals. Never walk to school alone if possible.
Always walk to and from school and the bus stop with other students or known adults.
