Suggested
School Routes
Why
develop a suggested School Route Program?
Maps for elementary
schools within the Plano Independent School District have been
developed that show the suggested route to school for school
children coming from the surrounding residential community. A copy
of each school map can be obtained from the City by calling (972)
941-7151. Maps are also sent home with students at the beginning of
each school year.
Who
developed these Maps?
Suggested school
route maps are developed by the City Transportation Engineering
Division with input by the Plano Independent School District and
Public Safety Department. Suggested school routes take into account
physical barriers such as railway lines, freeways and high traffic
volume + streets. They are also designed to take advantage of low
volume residential streets, stop signs, traffic signals, adult
school crossing guards, pedestrian bridges, and existing sidewalks.
How
are the suggested School Route Maps being distributed?
The staff at
each elementary school have copies of the maps
for distribution. Copies of maps can
be obtained by calling the Traffic Engineering Division or most elementary school office.
When
using crosswalks with Adult Crossing Guards:
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Obey the
directions of the Crossing Guard.
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Don't run
across the street - always walk.
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Be alert
for traffic - drivers sometimes fail to obey the Crossing Guard
stop signs.
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Don't ride
bicycles or skateboards across the street - walk them.
Which are the most important Bicycle
Rider’s Rules?
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Keep your
bicycle in good mechanical condition (tires, chain, brakes).
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Obey all
traffic rules and signs - always give proper hand signals.
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Walk your
bike across busy intersections by using the push button to activate
the pedestrian signal.
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Always ride
with the traffic - as close as possible to the right side of the
road.
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Be sure the
roadway is clear before entering.
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Always ride
single file and watch for opening car doors.
- Ride without passengers. Most bicycles
are built to carry one person - YOU! and you alone.
- If you must
ride your bike at night, be sure your headlight and reflectors
are in good condition.
- Select the
safest route to your destination and use it. Avoid busy intersections.
- Yield the right
of way to pedestrians.
- Always wear
a bicycle helmet.