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How will your child get to school? Will he take the bus, walk, ride his bike, or drive, or will you or a friend drive him? Each of these modes of transportation have their own safety risks that should be reviewed.

Is your child's route to school safe?

Does he have to cross any major roadways?

Is he always supervised or with a friend?

Does he know what to do if a stranger approaches him on the way to school?

Taking the time to make sure your child has a safe route to school, knows how to cross the street and has a safe place to go if a stranger approaches him, will help to make sure that he gets to school safely.

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