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It seems hard to believe that the summer is coming to a close. By now our local schools are back in business and the kids are all excited to go back. Ok, most are excited. This means getting up early, getting into a hurry to rush out the door to catch the bus, or walk to school. Parents are also excited for this time of year, but will also feel the rush to get the kids up earlier and all ready for school.

Safety is a major priority for the schools but also the parents who send their loved ones off. Here are a few tips to keep kids safe:

Chad Clark is undersheriff of the Skagit County Sheriff’s Office. Contact him by email at scsocommunity@co.skagit.wa.

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