Write This Way: School Policy Supporting Active Transportation and Physical Activity
To increase physical activity opportunities available through schools over the long term, we need to put it in writing – through policy.
Using the Research to Make a Strong Case for Safe Routes to School
This guest blog post was written by our research advisor, Christina Galardi.
In advocating for Safe Routes to School programs in your area, you might face two major questions from school administrators, local planners, or political leaders:
- Will Safe Routes to School really increase students’ rates of walking and biking to school?
- Is Safe Routes to School worth the investment?
Two rigorous research studies published in the past year provide evidence for the health and economic benefits of Safe Routes to School to support your response.