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#ICYMI Parkway Schools has installed the #BusGates stop arm extensions. Just six months in, Parkway is already seeing the impact. According to Bryan Broome, Parkway Schools Transportation Department Operations Manager, "We went from getting daily reports...for stop-arm violations to maybe one or two in a month, so it's helped out significantly," he said. Learn more on KDSK-TV. https://lnkd.in/gzbGm3ez

🚍✨ Exciting news from Springfield Public Schools District 186! They completed their fleet-wide safety upgrades with #BusGates stop arm extensions. Read more about these important improvements and how they will impact the community: https://lnkd.in/gycS7ZMc #SchoolSafety #CommunityFirst #Transportation #StudentSafety

As the new school year kicks off, a growing number of U.S. school districts are taking proactive steps to safeguard our students. This year, more than 20 states are adopting BusGates' LED-lit stop arm extensions on their buses to tackle a pressing issue: the alarming rate of motorists illegally passing stopped school buses. A recent study by NASDPTS highlights a staggering projection—over 45 million illegal passes of stopped buses annually. To combat this, we have introduced a game-changing solution: stop arm extensions that extend over 5 feet into traffic and feature bright LED lights. This physical barrier significantly helps to reduce the risk of accidents by making buses more visible and deterring drivers from violating safety laws. Discover more about how these extensions are making a difference and how your district can benefit from this innovative safety measure. #SchoolSafety #BusSafety #Innovation #Transportation #Education #SafetyFirst #BusGates https://lnkd.in/eMweJnbh

There is a new trend in the industry – school buses are now being fitted with cameras to record reckless drivers. While this technology certainly has its place, cameras on school buses only serve to hold drivers accountable after an incident occurs. They do not prevent accidents or illegal passing of the school bus.    This realization shows the urgent need for more proactive measures that actively protect our children in real time. We need solutions that can stop dangerous behaviors before they result in harm.      Imagine the peace of mind knowing that every time your child steps onto or off a school bus, there is a visible and effective measure in place to protect them. As a community, we need to prioritize the implementation of technologies that prevent accidents from happening in the first place. By advocating for this technology, we can help ensure that our children are protected during their daily commute.     Let’s push for real solutions that prevent dangers before they happen, making the journey to school a safer experience for every child. Together, we can make a difference in safeguarding our children's lives on the roads.     #SchoolBusSafety #StopArmExtensions #DriveSafe #SafetyFirst #SchoolZoneSafety

"As we all get ready for this new school year to begin, no mom should have to fear for her first-grader's life when he picks up his backpack and climbs those three steps onto his bus. No dad should have to worry that his daughter won't make it home from her class field trip to the science museum in the next town over." The State Journal-Register https://lnkd.in/e7AMGESf

As parents, there will never be a time when we stop wanting to keep our children safe, especially when we aren't there to protect them ourselves. We advocate for safety measures when we see issues, or when we know there are common sense ways to increase that safety. As parents, its why we started our company, #BusGates. We knew we could invent something that would increase safety around school buses, and we are on a mission to bring our products to school districts around the country. One of the most alarming safety concerns facing our school buses today is the illegal passing of stopped buses. As parents, we hope you will join us in educating local school leaders to explore new technologies that make our children safer getting to and from school. According to the NASDPTS (National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services) 2023 Stop Arm survey - 94,581 school bus drivers reported that 62,482 vehicles passed their buses illegally on a single day during the 2022-2023 school year. In every state, it is illegal for drivers to pass a school bus while the school bus stop-arm is extended, and the red lights are flashing. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA - the most dangerous part of the school bus ride is getting on and off the school bus. Exploring innovative technologies and solutions that enhance the visibility of school bus stop signs could significantly reduce the incidence of drive-arounds. By considering effective solutions, we can help ensure that every child travels to school and back home safely, without unnecessary risks from irresponsible drivers. Action today can make a difference in protecting our children's lives tomorrow. #SchoolBusSafety #BusGates #DriveSafe #SchoolZoneSafety #TrafficSafety #SchoolTransportation