Anti-Idling Campaign

To reduce idling at school, OGS has posted signs along Sound Beach Avenue and our side drop off area.  The signs were created through eSigns.  An order of large quantity will reduce the cost, so several interested schools could band together.  Green Schools can provide you with the images.

Here's the blurb from the school newsletter:

Turn The Key, Be Idle Free!

Have you noticed the signs posted along Sound Beach Avenue and near the gym doors as a reminder to turn off your vehicle while you wait?  Idling vehicles contribute to air pollution and emit air toxins known or suspected to cause serious health problems.  Because of their developing lungs and higher breathing rates, children are at increased risk for developing respiratory problems.  Reducing idling can reduce air pollution and children's exposure to toxic vehicle exhaust. And it's the law: Connecticut prohibits vehicles from unnecessary idling for more than 3 minutes!