Citing safety concerns, Shrewsbury Public Schools is banning some e-bikes, motorized bikes, and motorized scooters on school campuses, a decision that has students and parents talking.

Parent Jennifer Benger said, “I was really thankful. Honestly, I’ve seen the kids a lot on the school grounds, especially during sports pickup when there’s a lot of traffic and they’re just weaving in and out of cars. They’re not looking.”

Benger, who has three kids who attend school in Shrewsbury, says the ban is a step in the right direction.

“I don’t want Shrewsbury to have go through a serious tragedy and a loss of life before we’re putting more restrictions on to make it safer for younger kids,” she said.

In announcing the ban earlier this month, the district’s superintendent said, “I, along with ot

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