SAFE KIDS
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FAST FACTS BACK TO SCHOOL TRAFFIC SAFETY
Back-to-school means an increased amount of traffic and pedestrians on roads and sidewalks. It is vital for parents to discuss with their children the importance of getting on and off the school bus safely. For instance, while waiting for the bus, stand back at least 10 feet – or five giant steps – from the curb until the bus has completely stopped.. Likewise, teach your child to take five giant steps away from the bus after getting off the bus. Instruct children to never walk next to or behind the bus and children under age 8 should be accompanied (hold hands) by an adult when crossing the road. Be sure to use crosswalks appropriately, and avoid distracted walking dangers by putting phones and devices away.
Safe Kids Greater Augusta, led by Children’s Hospital of Georgia, works to prevent accidental childhood injury, the leading killer of children ages 1 to 19. Safe Kids Greater Augusta is a member of the Safe Kids USA network. To find out more about local Safe Kids programs, call 706-721-7606, or visit grhealth.org/safekids.
Soccer at Town Creek Baptist Church Aiken The world’s most popular sport continues to grow at the youth level in the U.S and Town Creek is hosting “Upward Soccer”to teach children how to grow closer to Jesus while they learn the game and become better soccer players. Taught by Christian role models, the 10 week, eight game season practices one night during the week and all games are held on Saturday. Approximate committment time is two hours per week. For more info, visit www.towncreekbaptist.com.
Augusta Family | August 2018 • 13