TxDOT Urges Drivers to Stay Attentive as School Starts

ITD reminds drivers to slow down and stay focused during back to school season

"Back to school means more kids on our roads, more buses on their routes, and more responsibility for every driver," safety manager Josephine Middleton said.

TxDOT urges drivers to reduce speeds, eliminate distractions near campuses and bus stops

As Central Texas students head back to the classroom this week, state transportation officials are urging drivers to eliminate distractions and reduce speed around local campuses and bus routes.

TxDOT urges drivers to stay attentive as school starts

The effort is a part of TxDOT's "Be Safe. Drive Smart." back-to-school campaign, where the department is encouraging drivers to take extra precautions around schools.

Back-to-school traffic creates new safety risks

Back-to-school season means more traffic and more risks for kids on the road. It’s essential to practice safe driving as children go back to class. The back-to-school commute creates one of the busiest and most unpredictable traffic environments of the year. Drivers aren’t just watching for students on foot and getting on or off school buses; they’re also sharing the road with e-bike and e-scooter riders. When you combine that with distracted dr…

Talk Traffic to Me: School’s back, phones down! Safety tips for kids walking, rolling and riding to class

Back-to-school season means more kids walking and biking to school. TxDOT is reminding families to review these simple safety tips before heading out the door.

OPD, TxDOT urge drivers to practice school zone safety as classes resume

Local officials in Odessa, Texas, are urging drivers to exercise extra caution and obey specific safety regulations as school zones see increased enforcement and activity for the start of the new academic year.