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By Red Deer Catholic/Chinook's Edge

be bus smart!

First Rider school bus safety program happening in Red Deer and Olds

Aug 10, 2019 | 10:48 AM

Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools is partnering with Chinook’s Edge School Division, Prairie Bus Lines and Red Deer Public Schools to offer First Rider information sessions on August 13 in Red Deer and August 14 in Olds to introduce students to riding the school bus safely.

These interactive sessions help Kindergarten and Grade 1 students, as well as those who are new to taking the bus for the first time feel, more comfortable for the upcoming school year. The First Rider program teaches students about how to ride the bus safely, where to stand while waiting, general rules and proper school bus etiquette.

Not only is this program important for students’ safety in their school day, but also to build a conscious approach to bus riding outside of school hours and for special trips during the year. Parents/guardians also benefit from understanding safe bus procedures, in order to reinforce them at home and have a peace of mind about their children’s journey to and from school.

“The First Rider program gives both first-time riders and parents a better understanding of safety, expectations and responsibilities of riding on a school bus. Attending the event will ensure that the transition of riding a school bus is less intimidating for both parents and students and give them a strong, successful foundation for the years ahead” said Kelli Pickett, Safety and Training Coordinator in the Transportation Department.

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Please note that parents must accompany their child throughout this event and be readily available for at least 45 minutes to an hour. Any member of the public is welcome to attend.

Sessions are as follows:

Red Deer & Area
Tuesday, August 13, 2019
3:00 – 7:00 p.m.
École Secondaire Notre Dame High School Parking Lot
50 Lees Street, Red Deer

Olds & Area
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
3:00 – 7:00 p.m.
École Deer Meadow School Parking Lot
5411 61 Ave, Olds

For more information, please visit https://rdcrs.ca/schools/school-bus-information/first-rider