School buses have begun driving through our
neighborhoods. It’s time to give drivers and students a review on getting to
school safely.
Many apartment communities have designated school bus
pick-up areas for students. Your child should be familiar with this location.
Often, there will be a number of students waiting for the school bus. Parents
should take time to review pick up and drop off times with their students,
particularly younger ones. If your student walks or bikes to school, walk or
ride the route with them so they know the neighborhood and how to get to and
from school safely.
Students who ride bikes to school should take extra care
while riding on roads with traffic and everyone should wear a helmet. Bikes can
be an easy target for thieves. At school, students can use a strong lock to
secure bikes. Apartment communities may have bike racks for residents, or
students can take bikes into their homes if they are not able to secure them.
Drivers near school zones and bus stops need to pay
careful attention to school buses and watch for students crossing the street.
After a summer of driving without the flashing signs and bus stops, we all need
to take extra care to follow the rules of the road and keep kids safe.
Many multifamily communities today offer common areas
where students can study or do homework. If your child is planning to use these
spaces, review the rules of these rooms so they understand how to respect other
residents and enjoy these community spaces.
The start of school marks an exciting time to get back in
the classroom with friends and new challenges. The extra steps of learning the
road and the rules in your community will make the year more fun.