The City of Montgomery conducts Safety Village every summer for children, ages 5 and 6. Safety Village is a one-week, summer safety camp where children learn about various aspects of child safety.
What is Safety Village?
Safety Village is designed to help children make wise decisions in potentially dangerous situations, as well as how to handle emergencies they may encounter. Students learn basic pedestrian and traffic safety rules, personal safety, animal, water, school bus, and fire safety.
Where and when is Safety Village held?
Safety Village is held at Montgomery Elementary, new since 2018. Montgomery Elementary is located at 9609 Montgomery Road.
- Dates for the sessions are usually in June of each year.
- Each week offers morning classes from 9:00 a.m. to noon or afternoon classes from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Who conducts Safety Village?
The Montgomery Police and the Montgomery Fire Department coordinate and direct the safety program.
- Children will be instructed by a Montgomery police officer and two certified teachers, with assistance from junior high, high school, and college students.
- Safety specialists will visit the classes and teach about their respective areas of expertise.
Who can participate in Safety Village?
Children who reside in the City of Montgomery may attend free of charge. Children of nonresidents may also attend, but for a fee of $25 each. Payment is due upon registration, with checks made payable to the City of Montgomery.
For more information, contact Montgomery City Hall at 513-891-2424.