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For more information go to www.ncbussafety.org/safety
or contact NC Department of Public Instruction,
Transportation Services 919-807-3570.
MORNING
Crossing the Highway is DANGEROUS – Cars May Not Stop!
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Crossing the Street when Exiting the School Bus
STUDENT AND PARENT INSTRUCTION
Crossing the Highway
is DANGEROUS –
Cars May Not Stop!
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for moving cars. If a car is
moving, do not step into
the road.
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AY ATTENTION! Take ear buds
out! Don’t talk or text!
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find safety!
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pass on the right
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ARENTS, even if you are
crossing with your child, please
follow these same steps.
For more information go to www.ncbussafety.org/safety
or contact NC Department of Public Instruction,
Transportation Services 919-807-3570.
AFTERNOON
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Zone
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Crossing the Highway is DANGEROUS – Cars May Not Stop!