Hackettstown PD Encourage Residents To Thank Crossing Guards

HACKETTSTOWN, N.J.– Hackettstown police are encouraging residents to thank the town's 10 crossing guards and three substitutes this month.

"During this month of thankfulness, the Hackettstown Police Department, Safe Kids and... FedEx [are] showing our appreciation for crossing guards," Sgt. Darren Tynan said. "They protect our kids on their way to and from school. They encourage safe behaviors. And they show up rain or shine.

"We aim to raise awareness about the tremendous contribution that crossing guards make to protecting kids on the move and to recognize their hard work through a campaign devoted to saying thank you."

Tynan said the department is encouraging everyone to:

•"Thank your crossing guard;"
•"As you pass a crossing guard, make sure to stop and say thanks. They work hard to keep our kids safe;"
•"Is your crossing guard great? Take a picture and tweet it with #crossingguard to show them you appreciate all they do."

According to Tynan, your favorite can be submitted to SafeKids to be considered for America's Favorite Crossing Guard.

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