Bandera Electric Cooperative (BEC) was proud to participate in the Boerne Police Department's annual Safety Town program on Wednesday, July 29, helping prepare future kindergarten students with important electrical safety knowledge before the start of the school year.
BEC linemen visited Cibolo Creek Elementary School with the cooperative's bucket truck, giving students a hands-on opportunity to learn about electricity and the specialized equipment used to safely maintain the electric system.
During the interactive presentation, BEC employees taught children simple but important safety lessons, including staying away from downed power lines, recognizing electrical hazards, and knowing to tell a trusted adult if they encounter a potentially dangerous situation. Students were excited to see the bucket truck up close and ask questions about what it takes to safely deliver reliable electricity to homes and businesses throughout the community.
Safety Town is an annual program hosted by the Boerne Police Department that introduces children entering kindergarten to essential safety topics through engaging, hands-on experiences with local first responders and community partners. Throughout the week, participants learn about traffic safety, fire safety, stranger awareness, school bus safety, animal safety, emergency medical services, and electrical safety.
"BEC is committed to keeping our communities safe through education and outreach," said Tracey Robledo, Community Relations Coordinator. "Teaching children about electrical safety at an early age helps them develop lifelong habits that can prevent accidents, and we're grateful for the opportunity to partner with the Boerne Police Department and the many organizations that make Safety Town such a valuable program."
BEC appreciates the Boerne Police Department for inviting the cooperative to participate in this year's Safety Town and thanks the volunteers, city departments, and community partners who helped make the program a success. Working together to educate young students today helps build a safer community for tomorrow.