A very good morning to the honourable judges, teachers and my fellow friends.

My name is
________________ and I am standing here today to deliver a speech about ‘Personal
Safety – To, From and In School’’.

Ladies and Gentlemen,

Remember you will be safe when coming to school or returning from school if you move
around in pairs or groups. There is always safety in numbers. When you are in a group, you
will not be likely fall victim to criminals. If you are alone, it is safer to use the bus instead of
the taxi. There are more people on the bus and you will be safe in company.

If you notice suspicious strangers anywhere, do not hesitate to report them to the school
authorities. You will be able to save yourself or other young people from harm. After school,
do not loiter around. Return home immediately after school. Your home is the safest place
for you.

If you have to return home late, use brightly lit streets and avoid dark, lonely lanes. Many
young people fall prey to snatch thieves and rapists in lanes which are hardly used. Most
importantly, if something crops up in school and you are forced to return home late, inform
your parents. In this way your parents can be on the lookout for you.

The school can also be a dangerous place if you do not take necessary precautions. If you
have to leave the classroom to visit the toilet or for any reason, ask the teacher for
permission. If the teacher is not in class and you have to leave in an emergency, inform a
classmate before you get out of class. Let at least one person know of your whereabouts.

Another important piece of advice to follow all rules, regulations and instructions. These are
safety measures and if you follow them you will be safe. Also avoid empty classrooms and
dark corners. Danger always lurks in these places. If for some reason your parents are late
in picking you up from school, wait near the guardhouse. You can be sure there will be
people there at all times.

I hope you are convinced that there are many threats to your personal safety. Do pay heed
to all that I have told you and follow the steps I have outlined to you. Remember we want
you to be safe at all times.

Thank you.