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! The resources on this page will help parents start or get involved in Safe Routes to School programs so that children—and their classmates—can walk …
As the leader of the school, the principal has a packed schedule and many responsibilities. The good news is being involved in SRTS does not need to take a lot of time. Below is a sample list, with several simple ways principals can make an impact: In addition to the suggestions above, many policies and …
Classroom teachers have a daily opportunity to help students, parents, and the larger school community understand the many benefits of walking and biking to school and to help them do so safely. Simply making announcements about Walk/Bike to School Day events that encourage active transportation to school will bring awareness to walking and biking as …
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 …
Sophie Kalow (Left) and Kelly Corbin (Right) Sign up for monthly email updates for the latest news, grant opportunities, and announcements. Kelly Corbin, Safe Routes to School Coordinator [email protected] Sophie Kalow, 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 …