During the summer months, traffic regulations become particularly important in Miami-Dade and Broward counties as several schools remain in session. Drivers should be aware of specific guidelines and restrictions to ensure student safety and avoid penalties.
In Miami-Dade County, summer school operations are active from June 20 through July 25. A total of 63 schools will remain open during this period, necessitating heightened attention to school zone signage. Of these, 11 institutions are equipped with speed zone cameras to monitor and enforce speed limits effectively. The locations include:
- Goulds Elementary School – 23555 SW 112th Avenue, Miami, FL 33032
- Hammocks Middle School – 9889 Hammocks Boulevard, Miami, FL 33196
- Madie Ives K-8 Center – 20770 NE 14th Avenue, Miami, FL 33179
- Redland Middle School – 16001 SW 248 Street, Miami, FL 33031
- Devon Aire K-8 Center – 10501 SW 122 Avenue, Miami, FL 33186
- Highland Oaks Middle School – 2375 NE 203rd Street, Miami, FL 33180
- W.F. Stirrup Elementary School – 330 NW 97th Avenue, Miami, FL 33172
- Ruben Dario Middle School – 350 NW 97th Avenue, Miami, FL 33172
- American Senior High School – 18350 NW 67 Avenue, Miami, FL 33015
- Charles R Drew K-8 Center – 1775 NW 60th Street, Miami, FL 33142
- Robert Russa Moton Elementary School – 18050 Homestead Avenue, Miami, FL 33157
Drivers exceeding the speed limit by 10 mph or more within these zones risk receiving a $100 ticket if captured by a camera. Enforcement times vary depending on the school level. For elementary and K-8 schools, sessions run from 8:30 a.m. to 1:50 p.m., with speed zones active from 8 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. Middle schools operate between 9:15 a.m. and 3 p.m., with enforcement from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. High schools hold classes from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., with speed zones enforced from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
It is important to note that not all open schools have active speed zones. Only those offering formal summer classes are subject to these regulations; institutions hosting camps or sports events do not require such enforcement.
In neighboring Broward County, similar precautions apply. Summer programs occur from June 23 to July 17, with 36 designated school zones actively monitored. The standard operating hours for these programs are from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., with speed limits enforced 30 minutes before and after sessions. As in Miami-Dade, compliance with posted signs is essential when students are present on campus.
These measures aim to protect students traveling to and from school activities while fostering a safer driving environment for everyone. Motorists are encouraged to stay informed about specific schedules and locations to prevent violations and contribute to overall road safety during the summer season.
