For millions of students nationwide, the school day begins and ends with a trip on the school bus. Unfortunately, each year many children are injured and a few are killed in school bus accidents. Most of these occur when children are outside the bus. For safety's sake, please remind your children to:

• Always be at the bus stop on time
• Avoid running, roughhousing, or other behavior that can lead to carelessness
• Wait for the school bus to come to a complete stop before entering or leaving
• Cross the street at least ten feet in front of the bus so the driver can see you
• Wait for the driver's signal before crossing and NEVER walk behind the bus

And drivers, of course, should recognize THEIR responsibility when approaching a school bus that has stopped.

Riding the school bus can be a new and exciting experience for many children. Follow these guidelines and it will also be a safe one.

Source: The CPCU Society, Malvern, Pa.