Safety

Police Liaison Officer Shaw visited Ms. Leom's classroom this afternoon and Patrol Officer Boser visited Mr. Greninger's classroom this afternoon for the annual safety talk.

Officer Shaw

Officers talked about Costume Safety:
- costumes that are a "good fit" (so you don't trip)
- being dressed for the weather
- being visible (flashlight, reflective tape, reflective bags, light up necklaces & wristbands)
- masks with larger eye holes

Their talk included:
- use sidewalks when possible
- use a crosswalk (white paint on roads)
- look left-right-left
- make SURE drivers can see you
- pay attention and walk quickly as you cross the road

If your family goes Trick-or-Treating:
- go with an adult
- only visit houses that have lights on
- avoid entering houses

Which in Ms. Leom's classroom included a list of reasons why we only go to houses with lights:
- could be dark and you could trip or get hurt
- some homes do not celebrate Halloween
- a home could be out of candy
- the family may not be home
- the family could be asleep

Before eating candy:
- have an adult check for any unusual items that might be sticking out or open packaging
- only eat a few pieces at a time

* ;) if you have any extra Snickers, Officer Shaw and Officer Boser welcome donations! ;)

Students will be bringing home reflective bags and books - donated by many local businesses.

This program is an incredible benefit to our school and community! We value the time for the officers to visit our classrooms and invest the time to take a proactive approach to keeping our children and community safe!! If you see a Milaca Police Officer, please thank him or her! Their efforts matter!!