Students of all ages need to be more careful when riding bikes & skateboards. Wearing HELMETS is the most important thing they can do. They also need to follow basic traffic rules. NYS Vehicle & Traffic Law requires bicyclists to follow the rules of the road. PARENTS need to teach and enforce the rules. Riding on the right side of the road, stopping at intersections, looking before turning or crossing the road and having a properly working bicycle are important basic steps that will keep all bicyclists safe.

Several recent accidents show the importance of these rules, especially the WEARING OF HELMETS. Parents can set a good example by also wearing a helmet.