School Safety Tips

• According to the CDC, pedestrian injury is the second leading cause of injury-related death in the United States in children aged 5-15.
• With Valley children heading back to their classrooms next week, here a few tips to provide a safe school season:
• Slow down in school or residential areas
• Look for cues that children may be in the area such as bicycles, crossing guards, and playground equipment
• Scan between parked cars and other objects as children may dart out from behind them
• Don't rush to work or school, leave early
• Drive with your headlights on, even in the daytime, so children and other motorist may see you better.
• For more tips for safe motoring go to www.AAA.com

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