Drivers Passing School Buses, Even If Lights Flashing: Official

MADISON, CT - School Superintendent Tom Scarice is expressing serious concern about a number of incidents in which drivers are passing school buses - even when the buses red lights are flashing.

On the Madison Public Schools social media page, Scarice had this to say:

“Keeping our children safe is our highest priority. With that in mind, it has come to my attention that we have experienced a number of drivers passing school buses while our buses are either picking up, or dropping off, our children.

“This is occurring while the red flashing lights and safety arm stop sign is visible to drivers. I have met with the Madison Police Department (MPD) and our bus company, Durham School Services, to discuss this concern. I want to assure you that the MPD takes reports such as these very seriously and confirmed that they will follow up on any reports of this nature.

“Additionally, we are fortunate to have a team of incredibly caring and vigilant bus drivers that will do all they can to keep our children safe. I ask that if you witness such a violation that you report this information to the Madison Police Department.

“This is a significant safety matter and we will need all in the wider school community to work together to keep our kids safe.”

Thomas Scarice
Superintendent of Schools