Important Safety Tips for Parents

As the days grow shorter and darker, now is an important time to remind your children about some general safety tips to make sure walks to and from school are safe and successful.

Always walk home using the same route

Never stop at a friend’s home without telling your parents first
 Walk straight home every day
 Always be aware of your surroundings
 
Always walk on sidewalks and stay out of people’s yards and driveways
 Try to walk home in groups of two or more
 Do not become distracted by play, use of cell phones, etc