Middlesex DA Holds 'Back-to-School Safety' Event

With the new school year just kicking into gear, Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan will host a “Back-to-School” educational event for parents, caretakers, and children, according to an announcement.

The event takes place on Sunday, Sept. 14, from 10:30 to 1 p.m. at 15 Commonwealth Ave., Woburn.

“It’s the time of year when all of us, parents, caregivers, and grandparents, need to be reminded about important safety measures to ensure our children’s well-being during the new school year,” said District Attorney Ryan in a statement. “Sharing this information again and again allows us to reach as many people as possible. We are committed to working with parents, school districts and with other community partners to foster safe and healthy learning environments where children will enjoy and benefit from their school experience”.

The Back-to-School Safety Event offers parents an opportunity to learn about issues affecting the health and safety of school-aged children, such as bullying, cyber safety, dating abuse and drugs and alcohol.

According to the announcement, resource booths for parents will be staffed by representatives of the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office and other community organizations. Police officers from the Burlington, Wilmington and Woburn Police Departments will provide free car seat installations and checks for new and expectant parents as well as for grandparents and other caretakers. The event will offer several activities for young children, including “Explore Emergency Vehicles,” a fun and educational activity where children can interact with law enforcement and other first responders and tour emergency vehicles.

The fleet of vehicles at the event will include fire trucks, ambulances, police cruisers and motorcycles, S.W.A.T Rescue Vehicles, Military Police Vehicles and more. Public safety demonstrations will be provided by the Wilmington State Police K-9 Unit, the Massachusetts State Police Mounted Unit, and the State Police Dive Team. Public safety representatives from local, state and federal agencies will participate in the event.