Do your part to keep kids safe and follow these tips when driving near schools:

1. Slow down near schools and in residential areas. Pay particular attention during the morning and afternoon hours.
   
   
2. Look for clues that children are in the area, such as AAA School Safety Patrol™ members, crossing guards, bicycles and playgrounds.
   
   
3. Obey school-zone and speed-limit signs and come to a complete stop at all intersections.
   
   
4. Scan between parked cars and other objects for signs that children could dart into the road.
   
   
5. Always stop for school buses that are loading and unloading students. Flashing yellow lights on a school bus tell you it's preparing to stop, which means you should slow down and prepare to stop as well. It is illegal to pass a school bus when red lights are flashing.
   
   
6. Don't double park or stop in crosswalks in a school zone. Use approved drop-off and pick-up areas only.
   
   
7. Reduce school traffic congestion by carpooling with neighbors or friends.
   
   
8. Leave a little early so you're not rushed as you travel to work or school.
   
   
9. Practice extra caution in bad weather. Reduced visibility can make it difficult for drivers to see children and children to see vehicles. Drive with your headlights on so children and other drivers can see you.
   
   
10. Drive without distractions. Don't use cell phones, eat or attend to personal grooming while behind the wheel.