FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions of MnSRTS program
Topic: Evaluation
News
Policy & Technical Guidance
Policies support long term change for Safe Routes efforts.
Engagement Tools
Engagement strategies help identify unique barriers and challenges for the local community, school or school district as well as local equity needs.
Planning 101
Safe Routes to School Planning process overview, resources, and templates.
Evaluation Tools
Evaluation strategies ensure SRTS initatives are effective and track progress over time
Mapping
Maps help communicate safe routes, arrival/dismissal procedures and supportive infrastructure for walking and biking.
School Environment and Policy Assessment
Identify what aspects of environment and policy in the school zone create a safe and appealing walking and biking environment, and what aspects need improvement
School Implementation Progress Checklist
Measures the progress of implementation of Safe Routes to School activities at a specific school with or without a SRTS plan
SRTS Plan Implementation Survey
A survey to gather information on SRTS plans that are in development or implementation phases to better understand the impact of plan strategies on building a successful SRTS program
Walk Audit tip sheet
Quick tip sheet with step by step instructions to conduct a walk audit to observe behavior and needed infrastructure improvements
Events
October 4, 2023
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 4, 2024
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 7, 2024
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!