In some towns today there might be a noticeable difference in traffic patterns because for the first time in more than two months school busses will be on the road. Yes for some parents today begins the most wonderful time of the year because their children are headed off to school. The area’s largest district, Toms River Regional opens today, Jackson Township welcomes students tomorrow and most others in Ocean County will not begin until next Tuesday, the day after Labor Day.
This also means that drivers need to be aware that children will be gathered at bus stops and more importantly walking and riding bicycles to and from school. Ultimately it’s the responsibility of drivers to watch out for the kids who often leave sidewalks and walking paths and wander out in the middle of the road. You need to be especially cautious in local neighborhoods when kids are headed off or coming home from school. If safety is not enough motivation to get you to drive carefully then be aware police will be seeking those drivers who don’t obey the speed limit and will be happy to issue them a summons. All drivers need to also pay attention before turning right on red because some traffic lights have signs that limit the hours you can make that right turn when school is in session.
What will play out today in the Toms River District and in days to come in others is the Kodak moment known as the first day of school. There is really nothing like taking your son or daughter to school on their very first day of kindergarten. There will be tears and plenty of leg-holding for the children and stomach knots and yes tears for the parents. But you’ll all get through it and take it from someone who knows all too well that before you know it you’ll be crying at that same child’s high school graduation.
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