First Day of School in Rabun County

Today, Aug. 7, is the first day of school for Rabun County Public Schools.  The Georgia Department of Transportation urges motorists to put safety first, especially in and around school zones, buses and children.  Drivers must stop behind school buses, do not pass a school bus that is stopped to load or unload children. If the lights are flashing and the stop arm is extended, opposing traffic must stop unless it is on a divided highway with a grass or concrete median.  In addition, when backing out of a driveway, watch out for children walking or bicycling to school. Watch for students gathering near bus stops, and for kids arriving late, who may dart into the street. Children often are unpredictable, and they tend to ignore hazards and take risks.  Pay attention to school zone flashing beacons and obey school zone speed limits. Watch for children walking in the street, especially if there are no sidewalks.