Sample PPT - Safe School Zones
Sample PPT - Safe School Zones
Zones
● Project Title: Safe School Zones: Ensuring Safe Commutes for Students
● Team Members: Anjali R., Karthik S., Sahana M., Aditya P.
● School Name: Green Valley School, Chennai
● Project Category: Road Safety
Problem
● What are we trying to solve?
○ Our school zone and other nearby schools lack clear markings and safety measures, making it risky for students walking
or biking to school. Speeding vehicles and unclear pedestrian crossings increase the likelihood of accidents.
● Problem Category: Road Safety
Solution
Proposed Solution:
● Our solution is to design and implement "Safe School Zones" that include clear, well-lit pedestrian crossings, speed bumps, and
warning signs around school areas to slow down traffic and improve visibility for drivers and pedestrians.
● Target Audience: Students, parents, school staff, local residents, and drivers in the school zone.
Existing Solution
● Our team has researched existing solutions commonly used in school zones, such as standard speed bumps, pedestrian
crossings, and simple school zone signs. While these measures are effective to an extent, they lack interactive and adaptive
elements that respond to real-time situations, making them less visible or impactful during high-risk times.
● Our proposed solution stands out by incorporating a smart sensor-based signboard that activates only during school hours or
when pedestrians are nearby, increasing both visibility and driver attention exactly when needed. Additionally, the interactive
display board provides targeted road safety messages, educating both students and drivers. By integrating adaptive technology
and real-time responsiveness, our proposal enhances traditional school zone safety measures, making it a more effective and
engaging solution.
Uniqueness
Why our solution is unique?
● Phase 1: Collaborate with local government to install speed bumps, reflective signage, and pedestrian crossings.
● Phase 2: Set up smart sensors and interactive boards near the school entrance.
● Phase 3: Run a safety campaign with students and parents to raise awareness about school zone safety.
● Future Scaling: This solution can be replicated across multiple schools in the region, creating a network of "Safe School
Zones" in Chennai and beyond.
Revenue Model
How to sustain the solution financially?
● Partnerships with Local Businesses: Businesses near schools could sponsor parts of the signage and smart sensors, and in
return, they could display small ads on interactive boards.
● School Events and Campaigns: Host road safety events and partner with local safety organizations that could contribute
financially.
● Grants and Local Government Funding: Seek grants dedicated to road safety and community improvement.
Team
Team Members and Roles:
● Anjali R. - Research and Planning: Anjali coordinated research on road safety measures used globally.
● Karthik S. - Technical Lead: Karthik worked on the feasibility and design of smart sensors and reflective signs.
● Sahana M. - Community Outreach: Sahana led community engagement and awareness activities with parents and local
businesses.
● Aditya P. - Visual Design: Aditya created the visual content for the interactive safety boards and awareness materials.
Additional Information
Supporting Data:
● A study by the Chennai Traffic Police showed that 60% of school zones lack adequate pedestrian crossings.
● Research from our team found that well-marked zones reduce accidents by 40% in high-traffic areas.
Future Enhancements:
● We aim to develop a mobile app with notifications for drivers when they enter a school zone, alerting them to slow down and pay attention.
● The app would also allow parents to track safe crossings and other safety improvements near their child’s school.
Bonus Points
● Prototype Video: If possible, create a small model of the "Safe School Zone" using paper, miniature signage, and a smart light setup.
Record a demonstration video, including signage activation and lighting elements, to show how the "Safe School Zone" would function