• Encourage physical activity by teaching children the skills to walk safely, how to identify safe routes to school, and the benefits of walking
• Raise awareness of how walkable a community is and where improvements can be made
• Raise concern for the environment
• Reduce crime and take back neighborhoods for people on foot
• Reduce traffic congestion, pollution, and speed near schools
• Share valuable time with local community leaders, parents, and children
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It's important for parents to understand that teens need rules and boundaries to become safe, experienced drivers. Although teens are often looking to gain independence, parents should be an important part of the learning to drive process. Our research has shown that involved parents that set rules and monitor driving behavior in a supportive way can lower their teens' crash risk and lead them to make positive choices behind the wheel.

With the start of school underway and kids getting in the routine of riding their school bus, National School Bus Safety Week is a perfect time for teaching your children about the importance of school bus safety.

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• Things Kids Should know About School Bus Safety

 

The National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) is a collaboration of national public service organizations, professional medical associations, and government agencies working together to promote breast cancer awareness, share information on the disease, and provide greater access to services.

 

 

 

October 7 - 13

It is important to have a home fire escape plan that prepares your family to think fast and get out quickly when the smoke alarm sounds.