The initiative included the implementation of clear pedestrian crossings in front of the school, contributing to organizing the flow of student crossing, drawing drivers' attention to the necessity of taking precautions and caution, reducing speed when approaching crossings, and giving priority to pedestrians, which reduces the likelihood of accidents and provides safer conditions for students as they arrive at and leave the school.
The organizers of the initiative emphasized the importance of combining field measures and traffic awareness, by instilling correct behaviors among students, acquainting them with road crossing rules, the necessity of ensuring the road is clear of vehicles before crossing, and using designated pedestrian crossings, alongside enhancing drivers' awareness of their responsibilities towards students and road users, especially in the vicinity of schools.
Al-Faqra appreciated the efforts exerted by the participating entities in implementing the initiative, praising their role in supporting the educational process and contributing to providing a safe school environment, and affirming the importance of continued cooperation and coordination between the Directorate of Education, concerned agencies, and local community institutions to implement qualitative initiatives that contribute to addressing the field needs of schools and enhancing preventive and protective measures for students.
He pointed out the importance of concerted efforts between official institutions and local community institutions in supporting schools, noting that responsibility for student safety is not limited to educational staff alone, but extends to include various concerned entities and community members, thereby reinforcing the culture of shared responsibility and ensuring the provision of an educational environment that takes into account student safety and needs.
For its part, Mo'tah Municipality affirmed that the participation of local entities and institutions in the initiative embodies the importance of participatory work in implementing programs with a direct impact on society, translating social responsibility into practical actions that contribute to saving lives and reducing traffic risks, in addition to raising awareness of the importance of providing safe pedestrian crossings, especially around schools.
