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EDITORIAL
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AAA Every Day, Volume 3, Issue 4
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
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Make Autumn Safe and Fun
Michele Van Epps
Autumn brings excitement with kids going back to school, taking road trips to peek at the brilliant colors of fall foliage and seasonal activities like apple and pumpkin picking. After a long summer away from their routines, help your kids get back into the swing of things, no matter what school looks like for them this year. Encourage your children to continue with their best efforts to learn and participate when they can. Remind them to be respectful of their teachers and be
thankful for what they do every single day.
One thing that parents can do to help kids stay on track is to take the opportunity to make weekend trips fun and educational. Utilize the many resources we have nearby. Spend a day at a museum that has interactive exhibits aimed at their age group. Journey to a historic site like the battleground at Fort Ticonderoga where your family can be immersed in the story. After visiting a pumpkin patch, teach your kids how to bake a delicious pumpkin pie or oven-roasted seeds. Don’t forget you can turn the rest of the pumpkin into an art project by carving them into jack-o’- lanterns.
In addition to kids playing outside, back to school also means the return
of the big yellow bus. Be mindful of more children waiting at bus stops, walking to and from school and using crosswalks. If you see a school bus, remain alert and remember to slow down. Stop when the lights go on and the stop sign is engaged (no matter which side of the road you’re traveling on). Passing a stopped school bus is a safety violation that will get you a ticket!
When it comes time to think about Halloween, consider the fact that days are getting shorter and by the end of October the sun will set relatively early. While you’re preparing a trick-or-treat adventure for your young ones, remember to give them reflective coloring on their costumes to make it easier for them to be seen by other people and passing cars. If you’re driving, remember to drive slowly and keep watch for trick-or-treaters.
Stay safe and have fun!
Michele Van Epps is the President and CEO of AAA Hudson Valley.
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The Magazine of AAA Hudson Valley Sept/Oct 2021