Moose Jaw’s two school divisions will hold their annual First Rider Bus program next week, designed to help young children better understand how to ride the bus.
Holy Trinity Catholic School Division and Prairie South School Division, in conjunction with the City of Moose Jaw and the Moose Jaw Police Service, are inviting students and their parents/guardians to take a ride on a school bus and learn about bus safety in a fun learning environment.
Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Parents interested in signing up their child should visit their respective school division’s website or Facebook page.
The first training event occurs on Wednesday, Aug. 18, at St. Margaret School at 495 Fifth Avenue Northeast at either 10 a.m. or 6 p.m. The second training session occurs on Thursday, Aug. 19, at Lindale School at 1322 11th Avenue Northwest at either 2 p.m. or 6 p.m.
By participating in these events, students will learn safe ways to get to and from school, including crossing the street, stepping on and off a bus, and riding in the vehicle safely.
The school divisions remind parents that younger siblings are not allowed to ride the bus during these events. Parents are also reminded not to drive in, park around, or block off the coned areas. Masks will not be required for this event.
