Parents should insist that their children cross with the Crossing Guards, not to “J” walk and/or cross on their own. As a parent, you and your children should become familiar with the scheduled times when Crossing Guards will be there to ensure they have a safe trip to and from school. Please also reinforce that Crossing Guards will advise children using their bicycles or skateboards that they must walk, not ride across the street. Everyone wins when adults and high school students set a good example by obeying the Crossing Guard as well.
Crossing Guards are given the authority under the Highway Traffic act to require vehicles to stop and obey their stop sign. Parents can contribute to the safety of the children by providing a safe traffic environment by patiently obeying the Crossing Guard in the intersection, parking appropriately, stopping appropriately, not making U-turns, not blocking driveways or obstructing the crossing location, not passing school busses inappropriately and always being aware that there are children in the immediate area.
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