CPD: Summer school zone speed enforcement begins June 2
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- CPD will enforce 25 MPH school zone speed limits June 2-25, 2026 during summer school Monday-Thursday.
- Drivers exceeding posted limits by 10+ MPH will receive citations during active flashing light times.
The Columbus Police Department is reminding drivers that school zone speed enforcement will be active during the Muscogee County School District summer school session from June 2 through June 25, 2026.
Summer school classes will operate Monday through Thursday only, with no classes held on Fridays. Officials say there will be a total of 15 active school days during the summer session.
Police say motorists must obey the reduced 25 MPH speed limit whenever school zone lights are flashing. Enforcement will begin at the start of the flashing light times and continue throughout the school day until dismissal periods have ended. Drivers traveling more than 10 MPH over the posted speed limit will receive a citation.
Elementary Schools
School Hours: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Flashing Lights: 7 a.m. – 8 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Schools included:
Brewer
Britt David
Clubview
Dimon
Dorothy Height
Georgetown
Reese Road
Rigdon Road
River Road
South Columbus
Middle Schools
School Hours: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Flashing Lights: 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. and 12:50 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Schools included:
Arnold
Double Churches Middle
Midland Middle
Officials noted that Baker Middle and Eddy Middle summer school students will attend classes at Dorothy Height.
High Schools
School Hours: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Flashing Lights: 9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. and 1:50 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Schools included:
Carver
Columbus
Hardaway
Jordan
Kendrick
Northside
Rainey-McCullers
Shaw
Spencer
The Columbus Police Department is encouraging all drivers to stay alert in school zones, reduce speeds, and use extra caution around students, school staff, and crossing areas throughout the summer session.
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