School Safety Patrol is a serious responsibility.
Constable Jill Miller wanted to thank the young people who volunteer for the program that has an unblemished safety record since it was introduced to the city in 1967. School Safety Patrollers supervise 145 crossings locations across the city, helping 3,500 students get to school safely.
The school safety and adult crossing guard program co-ordinator has been taking kids on the School Safety Patrol Appreciation Movie Day for the past four years.
On Feb. 27, nearly 525 young safety patrollers and their teachers from 22 schools across the city – accompanied by members of the Traffic Services Safety Program Unit, Divisional community School Liaison Officers and CAA representatives and teachers – attended Journey 2: The Mysterious Island at Yorkdale’s SilverCity theatre.
“The day started off with the kids getting their popcorn and other treats before heading to their seats,” said Miller, who has been with the Service 25 years.
“Once settled, a draw was held and several patrollers won prizes consisting of hats, patroller memo books and movie passes. Then, wristbands and lighted whistles were launched into the crowd as additional prizes. The patrollers went wild trying to catch them.
“The kids enjoyed the movie and we had a great time. The entire day was filled with fun and friendship. The patrollers saw they are part of a larger community of dedicated volunteers in schools throughout the city. It was just a great way to thank them for their community service while the assist their fellow students to cross streets safely.”
Last summer, Miller co-ordinated a zoo trip for student patrollers.
Constable Jill Miller wanted to thank the young people who volunteer for the program that has an unblemished safety record since it was introduced to the city in 1967. School Safety Patrollers supervise 145 crossings locations across the city, helping 3,500 students get to school safely.
The school safety and adult crossing guard program co-ordinator has been taking kids on the School Safety Patrol Appreciation Movie Day for the past four years.
On Feb. 27, nearly 525 young safety patrollers and their teachers from 22 schools across the city – accompanied by members of the Traffic Services Safety Program Unit, Divisional community School Liaison Officers and CAA representatives and teachers – attended Journey 2: The Mysterious Island at Yorkdale’s SilverCity theatre.
“The day started off with the kids getting their popcorn and other treats before heading to their seats,” said Miller, who has been with the Service 25 years.
“Once settled, a draw was held and several patrollers won prizes consisting of hats, patroller memo books and movie passes. Then, wristbands and lighted whistles were launched into the crowd as additional prizes. The patrollers went wild trying to catch them.
“The kids enjoyed the movie and we had a great time. The entire day was filled with fun and friendship. The patrollers saw they are part of a larger community of dedicated volunteers in schools throughout the city. It was just a great way to thank them for their community service while the assist their fellow students to cross streets safely.”
Last summer, Miller co-ordinated a zoo trip for student patrollers.
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