With school now in session, the Matagorda County Sheriff’s Office is urging everyone to put safety first around buses, schools, and crosswalks. Sheriff Rick DeLeon reminded drivers to slow down in school zones, watch for children, and stop for school buses when lights are flashing. Parents are encouraged to teach kids safe habits, like arriving early at bus stops and crossing only with the driver’s signal. Bicyclists should wear helmets and follow traffic laws, while pedestrians should use sidewalks and crosswalks.