Whether children walk, ride their bicycle or take the bus to school, it is extremely important that they take proper safety precautions.
Walkers- Practice walking to school with your child. Walk on the sidewalk, if one is available; when on a street with no sidewalk, walk facing traffic. Make eye contact with drivers before crossing, and always cross streets at cross walks or intersections. Stay alert and avoid distracted walking
Bike Riders-Teach your child the rules of the road and practice riding the bike route to school with your child. Come to a complete stop before crossing the street; walk bikes across the street. Stay alert and avoid distracted riding. Make sure your child always wears a properly fitted helmet. Driving Your Child to School-Stay alert and avoid distracted driving. Obey school zone speed limits at all times. Make eye contact with children who are crossing the street. Never pass a bus loading or unloading children.
Bus Riders- Children should stand 6 feet (or three giant steps) away from the curb. Your child and the bus driver should always be able to see each other
Did you know the Lee County Sheriff’s Office provides over a dozen free crime prevention programs? These sessions cover practical tips to help keep you and your community safe. If you’d like to schedule one for your neighborhood, business, church, or organization, just give us a call at (239) 477-1CRU (1278) or send an email to CRU@sheriffleefl.org.