Now that school buses have hit the road for the new school year, let’s review when you must stop for a school bus!

Two-lane road:
Traffic traveling in BOTH directions must stop.

Three or more marked lanes:
Only traffic traveling in the same direction as the bus must stop. Drivers traveling in the opposite direction do not have to stop.

Divided roadway:
If the roadway is divided into separate roadways by a median or physical barrier, traffic traveling in the opposite direction does not have to stop. Traffic traveling in the same direction as the bus must stop.

Roadway with a center turn lane:
A marked center turn lane counts as a traffic lane. If the roadway has three or more marked lanes, including a center turn lane, traffic traveling in the opposite direction does not have to stop. Traffic traveling in the same direction as the bus must stop.

Remember: When the red lights are flashing and the stop paddle is out, it’s time to STOP!

Please slow down, stay alert and help keep our students safe as they head back to school!

City Hall and remote offices will be closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 7th. We will be back to serve you during our normal business hours on Tuesday.

Before he was Officer Anderson, he was just a kid heading back to school like everyone else.

This year, Officer Anderson is back in school for a slightly different reason. helping keep our students safe, building relationships, and supporting our schools as Sumner PD’s School Resource Officer.

As backpacks get packed, alarm clocks get set, and we all start wondering where the summer went, we want to wish all of our students, teachers and staff a fun, safe and productive school year!

As we begin a new school year tomorrow, student safety is a top priority. Make sure to review these back-to-school safety tips with your children.

1. Arrive and leave safely – Use designated walkways, cross at crosswalks, and follow traffic signals.
2. Follow school rules – Listen to teachers and staff, and obey classroom and campus rules.
3. Report concerns – Tell a trusted adult if you see bullying, suspicious behavior, or unsafe conditions.
4. Keep emergency contacts updated – Make sure the school has current contact information for your family.
5. Stay with friends – Walk in groups whenever possible, especially before or after school.
6. Avoid strangers – Never leave school with someone you do not know or without permission.
7. Use the internet safely – Never share personal information online, and report cyberbullying.
8. Keep personal belongings secure – Store valuables safely and avoid bringing unnecessary expensive items.

If we work together through education, communication and preparation, we can ensure that this school year is a safe one.