08/20/2026
Back to School Safety
Back to school means more children, buses, and families on our roads.
As another school year begins, weโre asking everyone to slow down, stay alert, and help us keep our kids safe.
Please watch for:
School buses and bus stops,
Children crossing streets and entering roadways,
School zone speed limits and traffic signs,
School crossing guards,
Distracted drivers and cell phone use.
Drivers, give yourself a little extra time, put the phone down, and **expect the unexpected.** A few extra seconds of caution can make all the difference.
Parents, please remind your children to use designated crosswalks, look both ways before crossing, and stay aware of their surroundings.
Our deputies will be out throughout the county helping enforce school zone and traffic safety laws.
Letโs work together to make this school year a safe one for every student, family, and driver in Jo Daviess County.
