Jackson - Four classes of kindergartners from Jackson Elementary paid a visit to the Jackson Fire Department Monday to learn about fire safety. The annual visit coincides with National Fire Prevention Week. TSPN caught up with teacher Kelly Churchill, whose class was the last to visit the site. “Some of them don’t have fire plans at home,” said Churchill. “It’s important that they learn fire safety.” The citizens-in-training were treated to a generous tour of the facility by Tawny Thornhill, Louie Podesta, Robert Grayhouse and Jenny Tremaine, all firefighters. They showed the kids the fire equipment, trucks and most importantly, methods of fire safety. Churchill said her students learned the importance of dialing 9-1-1 and what to do in case of a fire-related emergency. At the end of their tour, students were given pint-sized fire helmets before they posed together in a group photo. They were then treated to cookies courtesy of the firefighters. Said Thornhill: “They are a great group.” Story by Alex Lane This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.