The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding drivers to slow down, stay alert, and stop for school buses in recognition of National School Bus Safety Week.

Millions of children ride school buses every school day, making school bus safety a shared responsibility for drivers, parents, school personnel, and communities."Every child deserves to arrive at school and return home safely. When a school bus activates its flashing red lights and stop arm, drivers must recognize that children may be crossing the road and take the appropriate action. A few seconds of patience can make the difference between a safe trip home and a tragedy."Chief of the Texas Highway Patrol Bryan RippeeAccording to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 1,069 people were killed in 962 fatal school-bus-related crashes from 2015 through 2024, an average of 107 fatalities each year.

During National School Bus Safety Week, DPS encourages all drivers to remember these important safety practices:Stop for stopped school buses.