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DE PERE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — An elementary school student was struck by a vehicle while in the crosswalk in De Pere.
The Unified School District of De Pere said around 7:30 a.m., a Dickinson Elementary School student was hit by a vehicle while in the crosswalk at the intersection of Jordan Road/Merrill Street and Ontario Street.
The child, whose age was not released, was transported to a local hospital for observation and is now at home. A crossing guard was present at the intersection.
Classroom teachers and student services staff at Dickinson took time this morning to discuss the incident, and review safety reminders. Safety reminders regarding walking, bicycling and driving in school zones have also been sent to all district families.
The district is looking at options for partnering with the city of De Pere to further support safe crossings at this intersection.
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