Trooper Steve chats with Volusia County crossing guard as students return for 1st day of school

Watch Trooper Steve on Patrol at top of this story

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – There are so many elements to ensuring student safety. One of the elements that does not get a lot of attention is our school crossing guards.

If you think about it, these individuals are putting themselves directly in the roadway, so that your student can have that extra level of confidence when crossing the road to get to school.

These individuals have such a diverse background, from people wanting to serve after retirement to others simply just wanting to be involved in the community.

As a law enforcement officer, I’ve had so many amazing opportunities to interact with a variety of crossing guards. We have shared many moments in the tough Florida weather both before and after school, and I’m not sure just what it is, but they’ve always got a smile.

Today’s Trooper Steve On Patrol brings us back into Volusia County where I will be welcoming a school crossing guard into Results-1 for a little early morning conversation.

Watch the full video at the top of this video.


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About the Author

Steven Montiero, better known as “Trooper Steve," joined the News 6 morning team as its Traffic Safety Expert in October 2017. A Central Florida native and decorated combat veteran, Montiero comes to the station following an eight-year assignment with the Florida Highway Patrol.

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