School Guard Appreciation Week

June 2-6, 2025

School Crossing Guards are beloved by our school communities and we think they deserve appreciation from the entire region!

School Crossing Guard Appreciation Week is a five-day event that honours School Crossing Guards for the essential protection they provide in our communities. STSWR is working with area Townships and Cities to create a heightened awareness of our hometown heroes because they help to make active travel an easier choice for Waterloo region families. Use the resources below to show your guard you care, and regard the laws & guidelines that keep them – and children – out of danger.

Crossing Guard Contest

More to come on this!

Resources

Printable Greeting Card

Drive-to-5 Map

Application for WR’s Crossing Guard of the Year award

Laws & Guidelines

Drivers

Yield until all pedestrians, including the School Crossing Guard, are off the road

Obey School Crossing Guard guidance – they offer an extra “eye” on the small children in the area and may see something you don’t.

Do not stop or park illegally near schools – these regulations are especially meant for the school period. And definitely don’t park close to the school crossing. The School Crossing Guard and students need to have a clear line of vision to cross safely.

Students

Dismount your bike to cross with the School Crossing Guard – It’s the law, and these are usually busier crossings than others. You’ll be helping to keep your friends safer.

Obey the Crossing Guard – they are helping to keep you out of danger

Hold your sports equipment until your crossing is complete – if something bounces or falls into the roadway it could