Speed limit near school
These lower limits help protect children during drop-off and pick-up hours.
Stopping near school
Always stop when children are waiting or crossing at flagged crossings, even without a supervisor.
Driving outside school hours
School zone limits apply only between 800–930 am and 230–400 pm on school days.
Parking near schools
Illegal parking reduces visibility and puts children at risk.
Children crossing flags
Flags indicate active crossings; stay stopped for safety.
Pick-up area near school
Avoid dangerous spots and wait on the same side of the road as your child.
How to drive near schools
Children may move unpredictably—drive cautiously at all times.
School bus with flashing red lights
Children may be crossing; passing a stopped school bus is dangerous and illegal.
Children’s crossing use
Children have the right of way when flags are displayed at a crossing.
Benefit of low speed in school zones
Lower speeds give drivers more time to react and significantly reduce crash severity.