After more than 3,200 traffic crashes in school zones or involving school buses last year, Texans are reminded to drive safe and smart Aug. 3, 2026 Why this matters AUSTIN - While kids and families are gathering school supplies, Texas drivers should be gearing up for the return of school-related traffic.

That means paying extra attention in school zones and always driving like a Texan: kind, courteous and safe.

Crashes rising in Texas school zones School zones can be chaotic places, with people in a rush and children not always watching for cars while they hop on and off buses or in and out of cars.