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Teachers: take your lesson plan “OFF THE RAILS” for a chance to win!
September 14, 2011
Hey teachers!
Are you looking for a way to get your students’ creative juices flowing?
Would you like to incorporate multimedia activities into their learning?
Are you interested in an innovative way to teach kids about keeping themselves safe?
We’ve got great news for you!
Operation Lifesaver’s national “OFF THE RAILS” contest for kids between the ages of 11
This fall, winners stay “OFF THE RAILS”
September 7, 2011
All aboard! This fall, Operation Lifesaver is putting kids in the engineer’s seat and inviting them to put on their creative caps to come up with a thought provoking and engaging rail safety message that encourages youth to stay off railway tracks.
Calling all teachers, parents, coaches, team leaders and guardians!
You know that Operation Lifesaver is
X marks the spot: spotting and obeying railway crossing signs could save your life.
August 31, 2011
We hate to say it but it’s unavoidable – summer is coming to an end. The days are already shorter and there’s a greater chance that you’ll end up driving when it’s dark. And if you’re driving near rural railway crossings, pay close attention.
Rural railway crossings have special reflective signs to warn drivers at night.
Racing a train may seem cool, but you won’t live to tell the tale.
August 24, 2011
Last week we showed you a video directed at kids that really hit home the message that shortcuts on railway property can prove deadly.
This week’s video is aimed at teens. With school starting soon, teens will go back to seeing their friends every day. And for teens who can drive, this means plenty of opportunities
A shortcut near a train could also shorten your life
August 17, 2011
It’s mid-August and back to school time is just around the corner. For kids this means squeezing in as much outdoor fun as possible before they’re stuck inside the classroom. No matter what they’re doing outdoors, it’s important for kids to remember to act safe around railway property – and that includes never taking shortcuts
