MARYLAND — The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) is urging drivers to exercise caution in school zones and around school buses as part of National School Bus Safety Week.
MDOT officials reminded motorists to obey the stop arm on school buses and never pass a bus while it is stopped to pick up or drop off students. Drivers are encouraged to slow down and stay alert in neighborhoods and near schools to ensure the safety of children traveling to and from school.
“School bus safety is a shared responsibility,” an MDOT spokesperson said. “Following traffic laws and being aware of students in and around buses can prevent accidents and save lives.”
National School Bus Safety Week, observed annually, emphasizes safe driving behaviors and promotes awareness of the rules designed to protect children. Across Maryland, law enforcement agencies and school districts work together to educate drivers and monitor compliance in school zones. Parents and community members are also encouraged to remind children about safe practices, including waiting for buses at designated stops and staying away from the curb until the bus has come to a complete stop.
For more information on school bus safety, drivers can visit the Maryland Department of Transportation at mdot.maryland.gov.
