FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions of MnSRTS program
Topic: Engagement
News
Engagement Tools
Engagement strategies help identify unique barriers and challenges for the local community, school or school district as well as local equity needs.
Start Here
How to start a SRTS program at your school
Overview of SRTS poster
High-level overview of SRTS and the 5 E’s
What is Safe Routes to School
statistics that explain Safe Routes to School, including traffic congestion, safety, health and obesity, environment and bus transportation costs
SRTS Programs Posters
A menu of SRTS programs in the areas of Education, Encouragement, and Enforcement
SRTS Handbook
benefits of Safe Routes to School, assembling a Safe Routes to School team, assessing local sidewalks and roadways, examining policies, determining goals, identifying action steps, tracking progress and more
Engaging Stakeholders in the Safe Routes to School Planning Process
How to build a team, gather information, maximize outreach, and plan implementation
SRTS Community Engagement cards
The Safe Routes Partnership Community Engagement Cards are a collection of arts-based activities that foster community building through creativity. Each activity is designed to spark curiosity, encourage free expression, and engage diverse people in a variety of settings
SRTS Visioning
Poster that can be printed out for an engagement event to encourage participants to share their vision for walking and biking to school
Events
October 9, 2024
International Walk to School Day
Start the new school year with a healthy new habit! International Walk to School Day takes place each October to encourage kids to walk to school--join us!
May 7, 2025
National Bike to School Day
Join the club and be a biker! National Bike to School Day takes place each May to encourage kids to bike to school--will you join us?
February 5, 2025
Winter Walk to School Day
Living in MN doesn't have to mean staying indoors all winter! Winter Walk to School Day takes place each February to encourage kids to walk to school in all seasons!