Welcome to Iowa Safe Routes to School. We are glad to see your commitment to the health and well-being of Iowa’s children. The Iowa Safe Routes to School program is part of the Iowa Bicycle Coalition. Our goal is to work with schools and communities to improve the built environment so kids can more easily walk and roll to school. SRTS achieves these goals by educating volunteers and providing onsite resources as well.
The resources found on this site are a great way to improve the ability to walk and roll to school. The best part is that if a neighborhood or community is safe enough for a child to walk and roll about then it is safe for everyone. SRTS is not just for kids — it’s for the entire community.
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The Benefits of Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day
Every October, communities across the country come together for Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day — a celebration of active transportation that is about much more than just getting to school. The event encourages students, families, and schools to discover the joy...
West Liberty Walk Audit Highlights Opportunities to Enhance a Walkable Community
This week, Iowa Safe Routes to School partnered with Iowa State University Extension to conduct a walk audit in the vibrant community of West Liberty. Joined by an enthusiastic group of volunteers, city staff, the mayor, and even the mayor’s granddaughter, the team...
Back to School Bash Brings Bike Safety Fun to Audubon Elementary in Dubuque
The Back to School Bash at Audubon Elementary in Dubuque was a big success this past Saturday, welcoming families from across the community for an afternoon of fun, resources, and safety. Among the many engaging activities, including an exciting bike rodeo hosted by...
From the Classroom to the Sidewalk: How Safe Routes Supports Student Learning
When we think about helping kids succeed in school, we often focus on classroom instruction, homework, and test scores. But what if one of the most powerful tools to support learning starts long before the first bell rings? The simple act of walking or biking to...
Clinton Bike Rodeo Rolls to Success with Helmets, Lights, and Smiles
This week, the Clinton Police Department hosted a successful bike rodeo that brought the community together in a big way. With support from a variety of local partners, the event welcomed families from across the area for an afternoon focused on bicycle safety, fun,...
Building Safer Streets: Successful Walk Audits in Goose Lake and Mechanicsville
Iowa Safe Routes to School, in partnership with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach's LEAP (Local Extension Advocacy Project), recently led two successful walk audits in the communities of Goose Lake and Mechanicsville. These efforts brought together local...