DRIVE SAFE: KIDS ARE BACK ON THE ROAD
With the school year getting back into full swing, it’s never been more critical to stay alert and practice caution when driving. Between school buses, students on bikes, and kids on the street, there’s a lot of added congestion and a higher probability of an accident. Here are steps parents and drivers alike can take to help make the roads safer for everyone. IF YOU’RE A PARENT Teach your children road safety. It’s important your kids know the rules of the road so they can keep themselves and their friends safe. Emphasize the need to always use sidewalks and crosswalks, the importance of looking both ways before crossing the street, and the dangers of running into the road. Use caution when dropping kids off. To keep students safe, it’s important you follow your school’s drop-off procedure. These specific rules can most likely be found on your child’s school website, but it’s a good idea to keep a few general rules of thumb in mind. Don’t double park; it blocks sight lines for students and other drivers. Drop children off on the same side of the street as the school. And when possible, set up car pools with other parents to reduce the traffic in the school parking lot. IF YOU’RE A DRIVER Respect school buses. Unlike most vehicles, school buses carry with them extra sets of rules drivers need to be aware of. You should give school buses a wider berth than you do other cars to ensure you have enough reaction time if the bus stops suddenly or the rear door swings open. When a bus stops to drop off children and puts out its red stop sign, it is illegal to pass the bus, even if you are in another lane. Share the road. With young bicyclists and pedestrians taking to the streets, it’s important to respect their rights and ensure their safety. Be sure to not block crosswalks at a red light, as it forces pedestrians to walk in the street. Cyclists are expected to follow the same rules as drivers, but it’s best to drive defensively; a young cyclist may not have the awareness or good judgement to react to traffic patterns correctly. Be extra vigilant in school zones and recreational areas.
LATE-SUMMER PANZANELLA
Inspired by Food Network
Panzanella, a Tuscan favorite, is a salad that features hearty chunks of bread instead of leafy greens as its base. What could be better for a late-summer cookout?
INGREDIENTS
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1 small loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (6 cups) 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 cucumber, sliced into rounds
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20 basil leaves, chopped
2 large tomatoes, cubed
Salt, to taste
2 red bell peppers, seeded and cubed
Vinaigrette
DIRECTIONS
1. Place a large sauté pan over medium-low heat and add olive oil. Add bread and 1 teaspoon salt and toss often for 10 minutes or until toasted. 2. In a large bowl, mix vegetables and herbs. Toss in bread and your favorite vinaigrette and mix again. 3. Serve immediately or let sit 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Let’s do our part to make the road a safe place for everyone this fall!
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