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Back-to-school safety tips to follow as kids head back to classes
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· August 3, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details on safety tips, including specific rules for interacting with school buses, are available from Atlanta News First.
As students in metro Atlanta return to school, experts emphasize the importance of a collaborative effort to ensure a safe start to the year. This involves students, parents, and local motorists working together. Safety guidelines have been outlined for bus riders and pedestrians, as well as for motorists and drivers.
For those walking or biking to school, traveling in groups and using designated crosswalks and paths is recommended. Further details on safety tips, including specific rules for interacting with school buses, are available from Atlanta News First. These guidelines aim to promote a safe environment for all students as they head back to classes in the new school year.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 3, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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