Police thank the school crossing guards

July 28, 2015 · 0 Comments

Caledon OPP has issued a statement, expressing thanks for the services of school crossing guards in the community.
From early September to late June, there is that undistinguished person that is out on the streets during the school year connecting with the youth of the community and trying to make a difference.
This person is the school crossing guard.
People making their way around their community will either see them at their posts or will have to stop for pedestrians being assisted by the local guard. They are out there every weekday at morning arrivals, lunch time hours and afternoon departures (except on snow days) near the local schools, either elementary or secondary. Be it a man or a woman standing in all kinds of weather, they are out there making sure that children get on their way to school or home safely.
Police remind motorists travelling through school zones to be extra vigilant and mindful of, not only the school buses, but those students that walk to and from their schools who require the assistance of the guard. School zones normally have a reduced speed limit as well.