What should you do when approaching a school zone during school hours?

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When approaching a school zone during school hours, you must slow to the posted limit, stay alert for children, and follow any directions from crossing guards. The reduced speed is put in place because kids can move unpredictably near roads, especially around crosswalks and bus stops, so giving yourself more time to react helps prevent accidents. Crossing guards control who crosses and when, so their signals override normal flow and must be followed for safety. Don’t maintain regular speed or rush through by speeding up, as that endangers children and can lead to fines. Stop only if a crossing guard signals you to stop or a traffic signal requires it; otherwise, proceed at the posted limit with vigilance.