Now that school is back in session, we should pay extra careful attention as we drive through our neighborhood roads. Here are a few tips you need to keep in mind as you head out in your car.

• Obey the traffic laws. You must stop for school buses with flashing red lights, whether you are approaching from the rear or front.
• Never pass a school bus on the right.
• Kids are unpredictable and the hardest to see. Always be on the alert and slow down around school zones, playgrounds and     residential areas.
• Watch for kids as you back out of your driveway.
• Avoid distractions while driving; keep your eyes on the road at all times, no texting while driving or talking on your cell phones.