Bear sightings near Penfield Elementary

Please be aware that bears frequent the area and forests around Penfield school.

Take the following precautions when walking around the school grounds:

- Remain calm. Do not run or climb a tree

- Slowly back away, talking to the bear in a quiet, monotone voice

- Do not scream, turn your back on the bear, kneel down or make direct eye contact

- Keep away from the bear. Do not try to get closer to it

- Stay together. If you are with others, act as a group. Keep children close - pick up and carry small children

- Go indoors

- Watch the bear until it leaves. Make sure the bear has a clear escape route.