If You're Driving Anywhere in TE, Read This.

More than six thousand school students will be back on the road, either in cars, on foot or aboard school busses starting Tuesday. For drivers, that means there's an urgent need to pay close attention to crossing guards, stop signs and those flashing yellow school zone lights.

Tredyffrin Police Chief Anthony Giaimo asked TE Patch to pass the following, important safety information along to Patch readers.

School is Open – Driving Tips

Tredyffrin Township Police in partnership with the AAA Motorists Association Safety Campaign reminds us that with each new school year, we must remain cautious with our driving habits and pay strict attention to traffic laws; especially in the area of school bus stops and school zones.

The greatest safety threat children face today is motor vehicle crashes. While walking, cycling or as a passenger in a motor vehicle, these crashes are the leading cause of death for children ages 3 and older.

The problem escalates during the months children are in school. Children are vulnerable for several reasons.

• They are small and less visible to motorists.
• It is more difficult for children to judge traffic situations, because their peripheral vision is one-third narrower than an adult's.
• Children do not always possess the capability to make sound judgments.
• Children can be easily distracted, especially when around other children.

In short, kids are not adults - and it's up to drivers to compensate for these differences.

Parents of school aged children are equally reminded to actively participate in safe pedestrian and motorist practices.

Please join Tredyffrin Township Police Department and AAA Motorists Association in keeping all of our kids safe!

Thank you for your support,

Superintendent Anthony Giaimo