10/15/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/15/2024 11:38
National School Bus Safety Week is October 21 - 25, and we are launching a free toolkit to help communities keep kids safe!
This year's theme, "Zero In on School Bus Safety," is more important than ever. Did you know that millions of drivers illegally pass stopped school buses every year? According to the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services (NASDPTS), that number jumped to a staggering 45.2 million last year!
Why is this so dangerous? School buses are the safest way for kids to get to and from school, but a driver ignoring flashing lights and a stop arm puts those children at risk.
At Verra Mobility, we believe we can do better. That's why we've created the "Zero In on School Bus Safety Toolkit". This free resource provides schools and organizations with everything they need to raise awareness about safe driving practices around school buses.
Download the toolkit today and make a difference!
We go beyond awareness campaigns. We offer a school bus stop arm program that utilizes cameras to automatically detect vehicles that illegally pass a stopped bus. This technology not only discourages dangerous driving but also helps hold violators accountable.
Here's how it works:
Let's work together to make sure every child arrives at school safely!
For more information on Verra Mobility's school bus stop arm safety program, visit verramobility.com/government/school-bus-safety/.