Be "Back To School" Safe As School Commutes Return

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August 26, 2021

Be "Back To School" Safe As Students Return To Classrooms

Students in the Wissahickon School District return to school this Monday with other schools following close behind. The Police Departments reminds everyone to be extra careful as students are using sidewalks and buses return to streets.

Here are some "Back To School" safety tips from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

School Bus Safety

The greatest danger involving school buses isn't riding a bus: it's the school bus stop. Make certain there's six feet (three big steps) between a child and the curb. Teach children about the "danger zone" of a bus - 10 feet in front, behind and on each side of the bus.

Pedestrian Safety

Teach children to look left, right and then left again before crossing a street. Use sidewalks and crosswalks to be visible to drivers. Have your child walk with an adult or with a group of children whenever possible.

Motorist Safety

Please watch for children walking in the street, especially where there are no sidewalks. Also watch for children playing and gathering near bus stops. Please be extra cautious near bus stops. Children late for a bus may run into the street.

Bicycle Safety

Be certain the helmet and bike are the right fit. Before every ride, check the ABCs of bike safety: air, brakes and chain. When crossing the street with a bike, have your child walk the bike across when it is safe to do so.

The start of school is a great time to talk to children about safety. Please take a few minutes and stress the importance of being safe.

Road Resurfacing Heads Into Final Week

Weather permitting, the Township’s annual road resurfacing project is scheduled to conclude next week. The schedule is:

August 27

Ridings Way

August 30

Ivy Road

Whitpain Drive

Meade Road

August 31

Pemberton Road

Caslon Circle

Governor’s Way

Start Bradford Circle

September 1

Finish Bradford Circle

Narcissa Road

September 2

Creek View Lane

Lafayette Way

Please use caution when driving in work zones and observe all flaggers and signs.

Program Uses Horses To Train Police Officers

Blue Bell's Kindle Hill Foundation is using horses to help teach police officers, including those from the Township, de-escalation tactics. The training is important for officers, who encounter unique situations on a daily basis.

NBC10 took a look at the training. Click here to view the report.

Complete Montgomery County's Hazard Survey

As part of the development of its Hazard Mitigation Plan, Montgomery County is asking residents to complete a short survey. The goal of the Hazard Mitigation Plan is to minimize or eliminate the long-term risk to human life and property from known hazards.

Click here to learn more and take the survey

The Bassboards Perform Tonight

The Summer Concert and Movie Series is winding down with the The Bassboards performing tonight at 7 at Wentz Run Park for the last concert.

Disney's Soul will be the drive-in movie on September 17 at 8 p.m. at Montgomery County Community College.

Entry to concerts and movies is on a first come, first served basis, and the Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to close attendance if maximum capacity is reached.

Fireworks Planned For September 4

A fireworks display is planned at Cedarbrook Country Club on September 4 at 8:30 p.m. Please note the date and time and take any steps needed for children and pets.

Community Corner

Blue Bell Rotary Golf Outing On September 13

The Blue Bell Rotary is holding its 11th Annual Golf Outing at Bluestone Country Club on Monday, September 13.

Proceeds benefit Montgomery County Community College Veterans Services and Norristown Safe House.

Click here for details and registration

Township Meeting Schedule

Township meetings are now being held in hybrid mode and can be attended in-person or via Zoom. Please go to the Agenda Center for details of each meeting.

Click for the Meeting Calendar

Click here for the Agenda Center

September 1: Shade Tree Commission, 5 p.m.

September 9: Board of Supervisors, 6 p.m.

September 14: Planning Commission, 6:30 p.m.

September 21: Board of Supervisors, 6 p.m.

September 22: Parks and Open Space, 7:30 p.m.

September 23: Zoning Hearing Board, 7 p.m.

September 27: Human Relations Commission, 5 p.m.