ThinkabaraSchool Zone / School Crossing sign
School, pedestrian & bike signs · MUTCD S1-1
What it means
A school is near, and children may be crossing.
How to recognize it
Fluorescent yellow-green pentagon (5 sides) with two children.
What drivers do
Slow down, obey crossing guards and school speed limits, and never pass a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing.
For kids walking and biking
Cross with the crossing guard. Wait on the sidewalk until the guard signals.
Check yourself
Which shape is used for school zone and school crossing signs?
Learning summary, not legal advice. Traffic laws vary by state — check your state driver's handbook. Drawing: our own illustration of the standard MUTCD design.
Frequently asked questions
What does the School Zone / School Crossing sign mean?
A school is near, and children may be crossing.
What should a driver do at a School Zone / School Crossing sign?
Slow down, obey crossing guards and school speed limits, and never pass a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing.
What does the School Zone / School Crossing sign look like?
Fluorescent yellow-green pentagon (5 sides) with two children. It is a school, pedestrian & bike sign (fluorescent yellow-green). MUTCD code S1-1.