The rise in parents driving their children to school has resulted in increased traffic, constituting over 10% of rush-hour congestion in the U.S. This phenomenon has garnered criticism from many quarters, including urban planners who see it as indicative of poor neighborhood design, and climate scientists who highlight its environmental impact. Beyond traffic woes, the school car line is characterized by social isolation among parents, who may feel disconnected while stuck in their vehicles, often honking at neighbors rather than engaging them. It poses major implications for health and community dynamics.
"Between 8:00 and 8:30 and 2:30 to 3:00, you don't even want to get out of your house," one Florida resident told ABC Action News in 2022 about the havoc near her home.
The school car line is a "daily punishment," according to writer Angie Schmitt. It reveals our failure to create people-centered neighborhoods where families can thrive.
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