Policy 5142.2 - Safe Routes to School

The Board of Education recognizes that walking, bicycling, and other forms of active transport to school increase students' physical activity and reduce vehicle traffic and air pollution in the vicinity of schools. As part of the district's coordinated approach to supporting student wellness and safety and enhancing student learning and achievement, the Superintendent or designee shall develop and implement strategies to establish and encourage safe routes to school.

 

The Superintendent or designee may collaborate with local public works and public safety departments, transportation agencies, other city and county agencies, school staff, students, parents/guardians and parent organizations, health organizations, community organizations, and/or businesses in the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategies.

 

Strategies in support of the safe routes to school shall be based on the grade levels of the students and an assessment of the conditions and needs of each school and the surrounding neighborhoods.

 

To assist in the safety of students as they walk to and from school, the Superintendent or designee shall periodically examine traffic patterns within elementary and middle school attendance areas to identify locations where the assistance of an adult crossing guard may be needed.