As students return to classrooms, neighbourhood streets, multiways, intersections, and school areas across Leduc will become busier. Whether you’re walking, cycling, taking the bus, or driving, it’s a good time to remember the role we all play in helping students travel safely to and from school.
Leduc’s School Resources Officers—Officer Agotnes and Constable Grant—work with students, school staff, and families throughout the year to help support safe, positive school communities. As another school year begins, they’re sharing five things they want everyone to remember when travelling to, from, and around schools.
- Every trip to school looks different
- Slow down where students are present
- School buses require attention
- Distractions affect everyone
- Safety is a shared responsibility
Students may walk, cycle, ride the bus, use mobility devices, or arrive by vehicle. Be aware of everyone sharing roads, sidewalks, pathways and crossings, especially before and after school.
School zones and residential neighbourhoods can be busy places. Lower speeds help give drivers more time to react and keep everyone safe. Remember, in Leduc, school zones are 30 km/hr and residential areas are 40 km/hr.
When a school bus has its arm extended, traffic in both directions must stop. Stay alert around school buses to help protect students as they get on and off safely.
Whether you’re driving, cycling, scooting, or walking, stay focused on your surroundings. A few extra seconds of attention can make a big difference.
Students, families, school staff, bus drivers, neighbourhoods, and motorists all play a role in creating safe routes to and from school.
Get to know your School Resource Officers!
