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Understanding the role of crossing guards: When can they hold the crosswalk?

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Crossing guards play a vital role in keeping our communities safe, especially for young students walking to and from school. They are more than just friendly faces helping kids cross the street, they are official traffic control devices with the authority to stop vehicles when necessary.News 6 viewer Lauren K. asked, “When the students have cleared the crosswalk, can a crossing guard hold the traffic for students who have not reached it yet?”A c…

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Las Vegas Review-Journal

Crossing guards paying off at Las Vegas Valley middle schools

The first semester of this school year saw 68 percent reduction in students hit by vehicles near middle schools in unincorporated Clark County, official said.

27 days ago·Las Vegas, United States

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WKMG

Understanding the role of crossing guards: When can they hold the crosswalk?

27 days ago·Orlando, United States

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starnewsgroup.com

Crossing guards honored for service

SPRING LAKE HEIGHTS — The crossing guards of Spring Lake Heights were duly honored last week with a proclamation by the borough council and a celebratory breakfast at Spring Lake Heights School. The Spring Lake Heights Borough Council presented the crossing guards of Spring Lake Heights with a proclamation at last week’s council meeting, honoring their hard work to keep students safe and naming Feb. 5 School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day. May…

27 days ago

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WRNJ Radio, Inc

NJ Department of Labor launches statewide initiative to bolster safety standards for school crossing guards - WRNJ Radio

NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) has launched a new initiative to bolster safety standards for crossing guards serving New Jersey’s schools and communities. The statewide safety initiative aligns with states, municipalities, and school districts around the country recognizing National Crossing Guard Awareness Day on February 12 in honor of the invaluable contributions crossing guards make in keepi…

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