Greater Johnstown School District

September - School Bus Safety

It’s that time when school buses are everywhere. If a school bus has its lights flashing and stop arm extended, you must stop. The only exception is if you are on the other side of a highway divided by a concrete barrier or grassy median. If you are following or traveling alongside a school bus, the law also requires you to stop at least 10 feet away. Learn more about the school bus stopping law and penalties for violations at www.DriveSafePA.org.

Posted on September 6, 2011 at 02:28 PM / Permanent Link

 

Former Vocational Student Survey

Former Vocational students, please take a moment to complete this brief career follow-up survey:

https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&formkey=dE1KaUNYYUhiSmpOZlJRck9rLUFnTEE6MQ#gid=0

Posted on September 1, 2011 at 03:11 PM / Permanent Link

 

July - Motorcycle Safety

Summer is in full gear - remember to watch for motorcycles - they are smaller vehicles and may be difficult to see. Allow more following distance and always signal your intentions before changing lanes/merging into traffic. For more safety tips on sharing the road safely, visit www.DriveSafePA.org. And, if you are a motorcycle rider, you know that car drivers don’t always see you. For your safety, consider taking a motorcycle safety course. Pennsylvania’s Motorcycle Safety Program offers free courses March through October at 70 locations across PA. For more information and to enroll in a course, visit www.pamsp.com. And, check out www.LiveFreeRideAlive.com  when you get a chance. The website offers great resources for riders, including rider tips, information on motorcycle gear and upkeep and popular motorcycle routes in PA. Oh, and did you know that while the use of all protective gear is always encouraged, PA law requires you to wear a helmet if you are under 21 and the use of eye-protective devices for all riders unless operating a moped or a 3-wheeled motorcycle equipped with an enclosed cab?

Posted on July 12, 2011 at 03:12 PM / Permanent Link

 

Summer Driving

With the impending arrival of summer, now is a good time to make sure your vehicle is ready for the rigors of summer driving. Have it checked by a mechanic you trust and learn what you can do to get your vehicle in shape at www.DriveSafePA.org.

Posted on June 1, 2011 at 09:08 AM / Permanent Link

 

May - National Youth Traffic Safety Month

You make choices every day - what to wear, what to eat, what TV show to watch, what songs to listen to on the radio. So, why not make the choice every day to be safe behind the wheel, to protect your safety and the safety of others? What would happen if you chose to speed, to talk or text on your cell phone, chose not to buckle your seat belt, or to drink and drive? Who would be left behind? Whose lives would you impact by making choices that could have devastating consequences? When behind the wheel, you’re in control of a lethal weapon, so make sure you always focus on the task at hand - driving safely. May is National Youth Traffic Safety Month - remember, buckling your seat belt takes like two seconds and that call or text can totally wait! And, let’s not forget the dangers of speeding, and drinking and driving. To help you make wise choices behind the wheel, visit the Young Driver section at www.DriveSafePA.org.

Posted on May 3, 2011 at 02:52 PM / Permanent Link

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