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28 - The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday August 16, 2006 www.oakvillebeaver.com DYSLEXIA CORRECTION ASSOCIATES FALL REGISTRATION Safety tips for drivers and kids as they head back to school It is that time of year when the school bell rings and kids head back to school. It is also a time of year when drivers should re-familiarize themselves with safety tips. There is a greater need for attention to the busier surroundings as parents drop off and pick up their children at school. We all share the road with school buses and there is a higher volume of children walking on the road. It is vital all drivers become more cautious on the road in order to keep our kids safe. Children ages 10-14 have the highest incidence of pedestrian injuries 1. Among children ages 5-9, pedestrian injuries are tied with motor vehicle injuries as the leading cause of injury related death 2. An estimated 56 child pedestrians age 14 and under die every year in Canada and 780 are hospitalized with serious pedestrian injury 3. Drivers need to be proactive and refresh their driver safety knowledge. Canada,s largest driver training organization NOW BOOKING Young Drivers of Canada Summer Camps offers helpful advice for · Weekday Lessons 4/$107 or $35/Lesson · Saturday at Farm 10am-3pm $40 (Children 5-12 yrs.) drivers and parents alike: On the road: (905) 827-4678 www.bertinstables.com Know the rules of the PIANO LESSONS bus - Drivers should stop behind a school bus when in your home the upper red lights begin Over 15 years experience to flash. Motorists travelConservatory or popular music 6 years to 80 years ing in both directions must stop for the school Mrs. Sargeant bus except if the road is 905-842-7220 divided by a median. BERTIN STABLES 905-844-4144 www.dyslexiacorrection.ca 4th Week FREE (905) 823-3000 Mind school drop off zones Drop kids off in these designated areas to maximize the child,s safety. Be aware of CAA School Safety Patrollers who are on duty in and around school areas and on buses protecting their fellow schoolmates. Reduce speed - Slow down in school zones and be aware of child pedestrians. Wait for kids to complete their crossing safely. Use the Ground Viewing technique Scan under parked cars for the feet of children approaching traffic. Children are shorter therefore they may be completely hidden by a vehicle. Lane change early Change lanes early to make room for kids on bicycles, skateboards or roller blades. In the car: Child seats - Children under the age of 13 are safest in the back seat away from passenger air bags. Have the correct type of seat which corresponds to your child,s weight and size. A booster seat should be used for a child weighing between 18kg and 36kg (40-80lb) and less than145cm tall (4,9 per cent). The child may be ready to use a seat belt alone once they exceed either one of the above criteria. Avoid driver distractions Avoid distractions such as using cell phones, eating or drinking, and personal grooming which impact on how effectively you drive. Give items such as books or toys to children to occupy their attention so that your focus is on the road. Now that drivers are equipped with valuable driver safety tips, the key is to put them to use each day in order to ensure child safety. For more road safety tips, visit www.youngdrivers.com. Carla Marques Dance Training at its Best! Thank you for nominating us as: BEST DANCE (CHILDREN'S INSTRUCTION) Owner/Director & Award Winning Choreographer FALL REGISTRATION DATES AUGUST: Wednesday August 16 - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday August 17 - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday August 19 - 9:30 am to 3:00 pm Tuesday August 22 - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday August 23 - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursday August 24 - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday August 26- 9:30 am to 3:00 pm SEPTEMBER: Saturday September 2 - 9:30 am to 3:00 pm Tuesday September 5 - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday Septembe r 6 - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm e Thursday September 7 - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday September 8 - 4:00 pm to 8 :00 pm Saturday September 9 - 9:30 am to 3:00 pm HIP HOP ACRO LYRICAL JAZZ TAP BALLET PILATES MUSICAL THEATRE BALLROOM Allow your Child to Explore the Wonderful World of Dance Morning, Afternoon & Evening Classes Available Come in to See Our Spacious 5,000 Sq. Ft. Facility Dorval Come into our studio, register by phone or visit our website to register online: www.premieredanceinc.com QEW Kerr ASK ABOUT OUR ADULT DANCE CLASSES 208 Wyecroft Rd., Oakville Tel: 905-845-1221 or Fax: 905-845-8757 www.premieredanceinc.com Premiere Dance Inc. Wyecroft