• Stand back on the sidewalk until ready to cross the street
• Use crosswalks and intersections with crossing guards, if possible
• Let the crossing guard push the pedestrian signal button at crosswalks
• Obey pedestrian signals at intersections and always use the pedestrian signal push buttons
• Make sure vehicles travelling in all directions have come to a complete stop and the road has no visible moving traffic before crossing
• Do not cross the street between parked vehicles
• Always make eye contact with the driver
• Walk, do not run
• Walk beside your bike or scooter, do not ride while crossing the road
• Do not wear earphones or text while walking or cycling

Visit york.ca/SafeAtSchool for more information about school safety from York Region Public Health.