MV PD Safety Tips 

Walking to School

Use these tips to help keep safe while walking to school.

• Discuss safest route to and from school and help map out route
• Talk about the importance of crossing the street at some corners as opposed to others and the use of crosswalks when available.
• Teach children to cooperate with crossing guards and Police
• Walk cross the street, do not run
• Always look both ways before crossing the street
• Go directly to and from school
• Be extra careful during bad weather as motorists may not be able to see you
• If walking after dark can not be avoided, wear light clothing and reflective strips