Back To School Season

As July gives way to August one thing we know for sure is that another school year is upon us! Last year, PBS emphasized that there’s a lot we can do to bolster children’s feelings of confidence and security as they head into a new school year.  Confidence and security start with being able to get to and from school safely, whether children are walking, bicycling, taking the bus, or riding in a motor vehicle. 

Safe Routes to School (SRTS) aims to create safer spaces for children to walk and bike to school and encourages these active forms of transportation. Vision Zero for Youth aims to eliminate all traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries to young people.  Be sure to invite your local schools to participate in Walk & Roll to School Day on October 12 this year!

I’m Safe! supports safe transportation with engaging, age-appropriate materials that can be customized for your organization and community in the languages you need. From Child Passenger Safety to Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety to Safer Driving in School Zones, you can count on us to expand the impact of your outreach efforts.

Confidence and security are further strengthened with zero tolerance for bullying. I’m Safe! offers Bullying Prevention products that describe what bullying is, encourage students to stand together against bullying, and highlight the importance of friendships. From our Be A Friend Not A Bully Poster to a 12 Ways to Make Friends Stand-Up Banner to a Stand Together to Prevent Bullying Bookmark, we provide solutions for parents and educators to help discuss this important topic.

Stop Bullying also provides opportunities to learn how to identify bullying and stand up to it safely, acknowledging that when adults respond quickly and consistently to bullying behavior, they send the message that it is not acceptable. As you think about the new school year and the variety of topics that come into play, what events do you have planned? We would love to hear about it.

At I’m Safe! we’re committed to providing you with products that are accurate, reflect best practices, encourage parent-child interaction, and are developed in keeping with accepted public health models and standards. You can ensure that children and parents are equipped to have a great school year! Contact us today to make sure you have the resources you need to be ready for the fall.