The back-to-school season is in full swing, and in Vacaville, officials are reminding people to slow down.

Students within the Vacaville Unified School District went back to class on Thursday. Parents and anyone driving through school zones should be aware that the speed limits have changed for most schools across the city.

"The goal of this is to reduce the likelihood and severity of any motor vehicle collisions in our school zones," said Lt. Chris Lechuga with the Vacaville Police Department.

The city announced that in 19 school zones spanning Vacaville Unified, Travis Unified and three private schools, the speed limits were reduced from 25 mph to 15 mph.

They say slower speeds result in safer streets and allow drivers more time to react and stop. The move is meant to protect student

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