School crosswalk no longer unguarded after KFOR takes action
Last week, we told you about concerns from parents whose kids attend Hillcrest Elementary.
Elijah Zarnay contacted News 4, worried about the safety of students who walk to and from her child's school.
She said the crossing guard who used to manage the area was no longer there, and kids were walking across the busy street alone.
Parents express concern over no crossing guard
Before contacting News 4, Zarnay took matters into her own hands to help with the situation.
'I don't have a safety vest, all I have is a metal scooter to hold and some green hair,' said Zarnay. 'That usually gets the attention, and they stop for me, but they are not stopping for these families.'
Families from Hillcrest Elementary make their way across a busy four lane road at SW 63rd Street and May Avenue every day for school.
Parents tried to get answers from the school, but couldn't. That is why they called News 4 for help.
Since our story aired last week, they say a crossing guard has returned.
News 4 was told that a new guard has been hired and is currently being trained, but it could take several weeks until they begin.
In the meantime, staff members will help guide the students across the busy street.
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