School is in Session — Time to Cool Your Engines!

As students return to classrooms across the city, the Mishawaka Police Department, City of Mishawaka, Mishawaka Fire Department, and School City of Mishawaka joined forces on the morning of the first day of school for a joint press conference at the newly opened McKinley Fire Station.

The message was clear: It's time to slow down, stay alert, and eliminate driving distractions.

With increased traffic around school zones, the safety of our students is a shared responsibility. Officials emphasized the dangers of speeding, texting while driving, and distracted behavior behind the wheel — especially during school pick-up and drop-off times.

Working together, we can ensure that our community remains a safe place for all students as they travel to and from school each day.

As the new school year begins, let’s all do our part:
✅ Follow speed limits
✅ Watch for pedestrians and school buses
✅ Stay off your phone

Because nothing is more important than the safety of our kids.