Community Parent Center

09/01/2026

As Labor Day weekend approaches, remind yourself that even a small amount of alcohol can affect driving ability. 🍺❌🚗

About one-third of all traffic crash fatalities in the U.S. involve drunk drivers (with BACs at or above .08 g/dL).

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over 🚨

08/26/2026

Welcome Back to School, Students and Families!

As the yellow buses return to our neighborhood streets and school bells ring across Long Island, the Community Parent Center wants to wish all of our students, teachers, and families an incredible, inspiring, and successful new school year! 💛

As we dive into new routines, school supplies, and packed schedules, let's also make safety our top priority on the road.

Here are a few quick reminders to keep our kids safe every single day:

Watch for Pedestrians: Please stay alert, put distractions away, and yield to pedestrians, especially near crosswalks and school zones.

Stop for School Buses: Remember that flashing red lights mean complete stops from *both* directions. Let's give our kids the safe space they deserve to get on and off the bus.

Be Mindful of Young Drivers: If you have a teen driver in the house, encourage them to stay focused, well-rested, and phone-free behind the wheel.

Rested & Ready:A good night's sleep helps keep everyone alert—drivers and students alike!

Let’s work together to make this school year safe, happy, and memorable for our entire community.

08/21/2026

National Fentanyl Awareness Day 💜

Today, on the 5th annual National Fentanyl Awareness Day, we pause to remember the lives impacted by the fentanyl crisis and to remind our community that awareness, education, and prevention can save lives.

At Community Parent Center, we believe prevention begins with conversations. It begins with parents being informed, young people understanding the risks, and our community working together to recognize the dangers of fentanyl and counterfeit pills.

💜 Awareness — Know the facts.
💜 Education — Talk openly with your children and teens about the dangers of fentanyl and fake pills.
💜 Prevention — Equip families with knowledge and resources before a crisis happens.

One conversation could change a decision.
One moment of awareness could save a life.
One family equipped with the right information can help protect another.

Today, we remember those we have lost, stand alongside families who have been impacted, and commit ourselves to continuing the work of education, prevention, and awareness.

Let’s talk. Let’s educate. Let’s prevent. Let’s save lives. 💜

08/12/2026

Dare we say it, summer is flying by! We hope everyone has had a safe, fun, and relaxing summer ☀️

As we gear up for the upcoming transition, here are 3 simple tips to help get you and your family ready for a smooth start back to school:

1. Shift the Sleep Schedule Early: Start easing everyone back into their school-year bedtime and wake-up routines a week or two in advance.

2. Establish a Dedicated Launch Pad: Create a designated spot near the door for backpacks, shoes, lunchboxes, and keys.

3. Streamline Meal Prep and Planning: Plan your weekly breakfast and lunch menus ahead of time, or stock up on quick grab-and-go staples.

07/31/2026

Take the Summer Safety Pledge.

Seat belts save thousands of lives every year — but too many crashes still turn deadly because someone didn’t buckle up. 🚗⚠️

Your seat belt is your first line of defense, helping protect you and everyone in the vehicle during a crash.

Take the Summer Safety Pledge 👉 https://www.100safestdaysofsummer.org/the-pledge

The National Road Safety Foundation

07/19/2026

☀️ Summer Means Freedom… But It Also Means Responsibility. 🚗

School may be out, but safe driving never takes a vacation.

During the summer months, teens are on the road more often—heading to work, the beach, spending time with friends, and making memories. It’s also one of the most dangerous times of the year for young drivers.

Parents, take a few moments to have the conversation:
🚗 Buckle up every trip.
📵 Put the phone away.
🚦 Obey the speed limit.
🚫 Never drive under the influence or ride with someone who has.
👥 Limit distractions in the car.
❤️ Remind them that someone is always waiting for them to get home safely.

A five-minute conversation today could save a life tomorrow.

Let’s work together to make this a summer filled with memories—not tragedies.

Drive smart. Stay alert. Arrive safely. 💙

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Birthday, America! ❤️🤍💙

As we celebrate our nation’s independence this holiday weekend, the Community Parent Center wishes you and your family a fun, safe, and memorable Fourth of July!

07/02/2026

🇺🇸 As we head into the Fourth of July weekend, roads will be busier as families and friends gather to celebrate.

The Community Parent Center wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend. Whether you’re heading to a backyard barbecue, the beach, or watching fireworks, please remember to drive responsibly, stay alert, and never drive distracted or impaired.

Parents, this is also a great opportunity to have a conversation with your teens about making smart choices behind the wheel. Safe driving saves lives, and every decision matters.

Wishing our community safe travels, wonderful memories, and a happy Independence Day weekend! ❤️🤍💙

06/26/2026

☀️ SCHOOL IS OUT, SUMMER IS HERE! 🚲☀️

With summer break in full swing, our neighborhoods are packed with kids on bikes, scooters, and on foot. Let's all do our part to keep our community safe with a few quick reminders behind the wheel:

Slow down in residential areas, near parks, and around beaches.
Ditch the distractions and put the phone away. A kid can dart out in the blink of an eye.

Expect the unexpected. Younger kids are still learning the rules of the road and don't always look both ways.

Check your blind spots and back out of driveways with extra caution.

Let’s keep the roads safe so everyone can enjoy a fun, worry-free summer. Drive safe and watch out for each other! 💛

06/26/2026

Whether you’re driving, riding in the passenger seat, or sitting in the back seat, your choices matter. ☀️🚗

Every time you put the phone down, speak up about distractions, or stay focused on the road, you help make summer safer for everyone.📵

Take the Summer Safety Pledge 👉 https://www.100safestdaysofsummer.org/the-pledge

The National Road Safety Foundation