Minnesota Safe Routes to School would not be possible without the support and work of partners across the state. Supporting Partners These are some of our Safe Routes to School partners in Minnesota: Minnesota Department of Transportation MnDOT has supported SRTS since 2006 and offers grants and statewide programs to communities. Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota …
For Parents, Teachers, and School Staff For Safe Routes to School Partners and Implementers FAQs: Parents What is Safe Routes to School? Safe Routes to School is a federal, state and local effort to enable and encourage children, including those with disabilities, to walk and bicycle to school and to make walking and bicycling to …
Safe Routes to School is more than just a program. It is a comprehensive strategy to instill lifelong habits that support physical activity, health and safe behavior when walking and biking. A comprehensive and effective Safe Routes to School initiative can help create a healthier community for generations to come. Below are a few of …
Getting more students to safely walk and bike to school requires a comprehensive approach, known as the 6 Es of Safe Routes to School: Evaluation, Engagement, Engineering, Education, Encouragement, and Equity. Click on an “E” below to learn more. Evaluation Student or parent surveys, traffic crash data Engagement Meaningfully engaging with the community to understand …
Log into your Minnesota SRTS account to access resources. No account yet? Register here. Welcome to our Safe Routes to School page! We’re thrilled that you’re interested in learning more about creating safer routes to school for children in your community. By creating an account with us, you’ll gain access to a wealth of resources …
Sign up for monthly email updates for the latest news, grant opportunities, and announcements. Dave Cowan, Safe Routes to School Coordinator [email protected] Kelly Corbin, Safe Routes to School Planner [email protected] Rashmi Brewer, State Aid for Local Transportation Contact for: Safe Routes to School engineering, infrastructure grants and solicitations [email protected] MDH Statewide Health Improvement Program Ellen …
The Minnesota Safe Routes to School Online Resource Center is a one-stop shop for tools and resources to assist with Safe Routes to School efforts. If you are unable to find the resource, training or answer to your question please use the “Contact Us” page to send us an email so we can help!
Organize a Bicycle Rodeo, help organize Walk or Bike to School Events, or create a SRTS Plan. Convene a SRTS team, lead walking or biking safety activities in the classroom, or conduct parent surveys/student tallies. Help your school and community become easier and safer to walk and bike for children and families!
Research shows that exercise, including walking and biking, helps kids with brain development and long-term health. Of course, Safe Routes to School programs also offer plenty of other benefits to your school and community!