It's that time of year again: Vacationers are busy returning home and buying school supplies for their kids. Drivers are being warned by the police to watch out for the legions of young students that will cross the streets all over the city, be it at intersections or between parked cars. I'd like to jump in as well and remind you to pay extra attention.
You should note that many streets around schools and playgrounds have a speed limit of 30 km/h, but only on weekdays between 9-and-5 from September to June. However, a number of children at various levels will return to school as early as next week (heck, some already have).
Ecstatic to renew ties with their classmates, they often forget about basic safety rules even with school crossing guards nearby. Drivers need to be careful to avoid accidents, especially at a time when the increased traffic seriously grates on their nerves.
Does the summer heat make us all forget our usual morning routine? How come we have to wait until October (at least) for everything to return to normal?
When you approach a school area, make sure to observe the speed limit and double-check at every street corner. We're not too old to remember what it's like to be a kid and feel like you can do just about anything, and run around just about anywhere because the world will stop for you. Also, keep in mind that some of those crazy youngsters like to ride their bicycles to school.
And for the love of God, do not drive by an idling school bus with the stop sign activated. Not only will you save about nine demerit points and a big fine, but you will also help those little boys and girls safely arrive at school, and later back home. Thank you!
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You should note that many streets around schools and playgrounds have a speed limit of 30 km/h, but only on weekdays between 9-and-5 from September to June. However, a number of children at various levels will return to school as early as next week (heck, some already have).
Ecstatic to renew ties with their classmates, they often forget about basic safety rules even with school crossing guards nearby. Drivers need to be careful to avoid accidents, especially at a time when the increased traffic seriously grates on their nerves.
Does the summer heat make us all forget our usual morning routine? How come we have to wait until October (at least) for everything to return to normal?
When you approach a school area, make sure to observe the speed limit and double-check at every street corner. We're not too old to remember what it's like to be a kid and feel like you can do just about anything, and run around just about anywhere because the world will stop for you. Also, keep in mind that some of those crazy youngsters like to ride their bicycles to school.
And for the love of God, do not drive by an idling school bus with the stop sign activated. Not only will you save about nine demerit points and a big fine, but you will also help those little boys and girls safely arrive at school, and later back home. Thank you!