What should you do in a school zone?

In a school zone, it is essential to reduce your speed and obey all signs due to the presence of children and the need to ensure their safety. School zones are specifically designated areas where additional caution is required because children may be walking, biking, or crossing the street to access school facilities. These zones often have lowered speed limits and specific signs indicating their presence, which drivers are mandated to follow. By slowing down and paying attention to these signs, drivers can better react to any unexpected behaviors from children, such as darting out into the street.

Maintaining a safe speed helps create a safer environment for students and promotes responsible driving behavior in areas with increased pedestrian traffic. Ignoring traffic rules or only stopping when a child is present would not adequately ensure safety for all individuals in the school zone.