GREAT FALLS — As students return to classrooms across Great Falls, school safety remains a top priority for parents, students, and faculty members who face daily challenges protecting children both inside and outside school buildings.

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Crossing guard Gary Schoenthal at Lincoln Elementary School says the biggest challenge he faces is preventing accidents in school zones.

"Probably the biggest challenge is not getting run over. People don't understand. When the signs up, you have to stop," Schoenthal said.

Schoenthal recommends drivers reduce their speed significantly when traveling through school zones, even below posted limits.

Gary Schoenthal (MTN News photo)

"Even though the speed limits ar

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