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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2014-09-03, Page 66 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, September 3, 2014 OPP encourages back to school safety Drivers failing to stop for school buses causes concern Police are gearing up for this year's back -to -school season by encouraging eve- ryone to be vigilant and patient when encountering school buses. The Independent School Bus Operators Association (ISBOA) conducted a prov- ince -wide study with their school bus companies between May 5 and May 9, 2014. During this period, bus drivers reported several inci- dents where vehicles failed to stop for their school bus when lights were flashing. Results showed approxi- mately 151 such incidents occurred each day during the 5 -day study. The majority of these inci- dents, 75 per cent, happened while the vehicle was Colourful Fall Mums Are Ready! 25 % off Perennials, Trees & Shrubs Bert & Carol Reinink & family 43079 Hullett-McKillop Rd. R.R. # 4 Walton 519-527-0761 Open by chance or appointment And Landscaping approaching the bus from the front. These numbers concern the OPP since bus drivers are not the only peo- ple who are responsible for the lives of our children. "As drivers, we know that at certain times of the day we can expect to encounter school buses during our travels," says West Region OPP Traffic Inspector Ian Chappell. "Drivers need to be vigilant and pay attention to the flashing red lights and other safety equipment used on buses. Our children's safety depends on it." The Highway Traffic Act of Ontario indicates when a school bus is stopped on the roadway with its red lights activated and "Stop" sign out, drivers must come to a complete stop in front of, and behind, the bus. Motorists must not pass the stopped bus until the stop arm is retracted and the red lights are turned off. The owner of a vehicle can be charged if their vehicle fails to stop for a school bus even if they were not the driver. Back -to -school is always a busy time for everyone. The OPP and ISBOA are working together to edu- cate the public and to raise awareness about the possi- ble serious consequences of ignoring school bus flashing lights. "Family-owned school bus companies across the province are pleased to be working with their local law enforcement agencies to raise awareness about the dangers of passing a stopped school bus," says Steve Hull, President of ISBOA. "Our common goal is to make back -to -school - and the rest of the school year- safe for all children who ride the bus." For more safety tips and information please visit www.opp.ca. Three Reasons Why I Wish I Was a Preschooler Again Naomi Pelss, director of Seaforth Co- operative Children's Centre and mother of three I had the pleasure of help- ing out in the preschool room the other day and it reminded me why I love children so much. In fact, there are many times that I wish I was a pre- schooler again. Just for a bit... 1. Children have incredi- ble imaginations. As I played with these three and four year olds, I was swept into their amazing world of make-believe. I wasn't really with "children" at Seaforth Co-operative Children's Centre. I was alongside princesses, zom- bies, puppies, carpenters and superheroes. They invited me into their world and I must admit, it was refreshing to escape the "real world". Albert Einstein once said, "Logic will get you from A to Z. Imagination will get you anywhere." 2. Children can get away with temper tantrums. Well, they don't really get away with them, but as adults we have come to accept them. If a three year old is on the floor kicking and screaming, we under- stand that he or she may be upset and tired. We rea- son, "He's only three after all." If I were to fall to the floor kicking and scream- ing, I don't think any adults would think, "It's okay, she's upset and tired. She's forty after all." It's just not acceptable. 3. Children have little responsibility or worries. Sure they have to pick up their toys or put their coats away, put they're not responsible for "grown-up" problems like bills and work and household duties. Every now and then, I wish I was a preschooler again and didn't have the grown up worries we can have as adults. The VTELEPHONE DIRECTORY j DO WE YOUR NUMBER? HAVE It's time again for the ever popular SEAFORTH & AREA PHONE BOOK IF YOU... • Moved • Changed Your Number • Add Your Cell Phone • Have Your Number or Address Incorrectly Listed • Are New to Seaforth ...PLEASE CALL OUR OFFICE to arrange any changes necessary to ensure your Phone Book is up to date and correct! 11% 4 -7 1. 0. el.k85 g30 ‘ 04 ° ?*•° 0 . 4 4 4 v 4 Seaforth lurou Expositor 85 1\41A14 Acr6) R4T6-I OR FAX US AT 519-527-2858 thing is, I don't think they know how great they have it. Their biggest worry in a day might be, "How am I going to get that awesome toy from my friend who has it now?" And even then, they can just turn into a "robber" and steal it, or have a fit on the floor until an adult remedies the situation. Life as a pre- schooler is good. So the next time you look in the office at the Seaforth Co-operative Children's Centre, you may find me having a fit on the floor. But don't worry, it won't last long. Then I'll put my tiara back on and go back to my castle with my puppies. Have an opinion? The Huron Expositor welcomes letters to the editor. They must be signed and accompanied by a phone number for information clarification. It is important to note, letters will not be able to be printed without the author's name attached. All letters are subject to editing due to possible space restriction. Letters can be dropped off at the office, mailed or emailed: The Huron Expositor 8 Main St. P.O. Box 69, Seaforth, Ont. NOK IWO seaforth.news@sunmedia.ca t 04 Stamp.). go....II-11-) . irii_ t _I e IR You are invited to attend these area churches ST. THOMAS CHURCH ST. JAMES ROMAN 21Jarvis St. Seaforth CATHOLIC CHURCH Rector The Rev. Karine Snowdon WELCOMES YOU Rectory 519-482-9071 14 Victoria Street, Seaforth Church Office 519-527-1522 519-345-2972 Sunday, Sept. 7th Sun. Mass 11 a.m. Worship at 9:30 a.m. ST. PATRICK'S, DUBLIN EVERYONE WELCOME Sat. Mass 5 p.m. 160th Anniversary Committee Sun. Mass 9 a.m. Meets Tues., Sept. 9 at 1:30 p.m. FR. BRIAN McCOLL BETHEL BIBLE CHURCH EGMONDVILLE An Associated Gospel Church UNITED CHURCH 126 Main St. Seaforth 519-527-0982 Pastor Steve Hildebrand Pastor Mark Kennedy Youth Coordinator - Laura Nakamura SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE 10 a.m. WORSHIP Tuesday Evenings Sept. 7", 10:30 a.m. • Youth Groups - Junior & Senior High No Sunday School 6:30 to 9 p.m. For more information view our web site www.egmondvilleunitedchurch.com 6.- EVERYONE WELCOME and Like us on Facebook. NORTHSIDE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH UNITED CHURCH 59 Goderich St. W. Seaforth MINISTER MARY FLETCHER 519-527-0170 Welcomes you Guest Minister Sunday, Sept. 7th, 11 a.m. Lorrie Mann - Organist Guest Speaker: Marty Bedard WORSHIP Sunday School Resumes Nursery Provided Sunday, Sept. 7th, 11:15 a.m. 54 Goderich St. W. All Welcome www.cavannorthsideunited.ca (.5.519-527-1449 li .1,.. Sunday School and Nursery. 1-4 Office hours: Wed. 9 a.m. - Noon approaching the bus from the front. These numbers concern the OPP since bus drivers are not the only peo- ple who are responsible for the lives of our children. "As drivers, we know that at certain times of the day we can expect to encounter school buses during our travels," says West Region OPP Traffic Inspector Ian Chappell. "Drivers need to be vigilant and pay attention to the flashing red lights and other safety equipment used on buses. Our children's safety depends on it." The Highway Traffic Act of Ontario indicates when a school bus is stopped on the roadway with its red lights activated and "Stop" sign out, drivers must come to a complete stop in front of, and behind, the bus. Motorists must not pass the stopped bus until the stop arm is retracted and the red lights are turned off. The owner of a vehicle can be charged if their vehicle fails to stop for a school bus even if they were not the driver. Back -to -school is always a busy time for everyone. The OPP and ISBOA are working together to edu- cate the public and to raise awareness about the possi- ble serious consequences of ignoring school bus flashing lights. "Family-owned school bus companies across the province are pleased to be working with their local law enforcement agencies to raise awareness about the dangers of passing a stopped school bus," says Steve Hull, President of ISBOA. "Our common goal is to make back -to -school - and the rest of the school year- safe for all children who ride the bus." For more safety tips and information please visit www.opp.ca. Three Reasons Why I Wish I Was a Preschooler Again Naomi Pelss, director of Seaforth Co- operative Children's Centre and mother of three I had the pleasure of help- ing out in the preschool room the other day and it reminded me why I love children so much. In fact, there are many times that I wish I was a pre- schooler again. Just for a bit... 1. Children have incredi- ble imaginations. As I played with these three and four year olds, I was swept into their amazing world of make-believe. I wasn't really with "children" at Seaforth Co-operative Children's Centre. I was alongside princesses, zom- bies, puppies, carpenters and superheroes. They invited me into their world and I must admit, it was refreshing to escape the "real world". Albert Einstein once said, "Logic will get you from A to Z. Imagination will get you anywhere." 2. Children can get away with temper tantrums. Well, they don't really get away with them, but as adults we have come to accept them. If a three year old is on the floor kicking and screaming, we under- stand that he or she may be upset and tired. We rea- son, "He's only three after all." If I were to fall to the floor kicking and scream- ing, I don't think any adults would think, "It's okay, she's upset and tired. She's forty after all." It's just not acceptable. 3. Children have little responsibility or worries. Sure they have to pick up their toys or put their coats away, put they're not responsible for "grown-up" problems like bills and work and household duties. Every now and then, I wish I was a preschooler again and didn't have the grown up worries we can have as adults. The VTELEPHONE DIRECTORY j DO WE YOUR NUMBER? HAVE It's time again for the ever popular SEAFORTH & AREA PHONE BOOK IF YOU... • Moved • Changed Your Number • Add Your Cell Phone • Have Your Number or Address Incorrectly Listed • Are New to Seaforth ...PLEASE CALL OUR OFFICE to arrange any changes necessary to ensure your Phone Book is up to date and correct! 11% 4 -7 1. 0. el.k85 g30 ‘ 04 ° ?*•° 0 . 4 4 4 v 4 Seaforth lurou Expositor 85 1\41A14 Acr6) R4T6-I OR FAX US AT 519-527-2858 thing is, I don't think they know how great they have it. Their biggest worry in a day might be, "How am I going to get that awesome toy from my friend who has it now?" And even then, they can just turn into a "robber" and steal it, or have a fit on the floor until an adult remedies the situation. Life as a pre- schooler is good. So the next time you look in the office at the Seaforth Co-operative Children's Centre, you may find me having a fit on the floor. But don't worry, it won't last long. Then I'll put my tiara back on and go back to my castle with my puppies. Have an opinion? The Huron Expositor welcomes letters to the editor. They must be signed and accompanied by a phone number for information clarification. It is important to note, letters will not be able to be printed without the author's name attached. All letters are subject to editing due to possible space restriction. Letters can be dropped off at the office, mailed or emailed: The Huron Expositor 8 Main St. P.O. Box 69, Seaforth, Ont. NOK IWO seaforth.news@sunmedia.ca