Safe Routes Athens

The Clarke County School District and BikeAthens have teamed up to initiate a Safe Routes to School program for our public schools. This initiative, called Safe Routes Athens, started modestly but enthusiastically in 2005 at Barrow Elementary. Our hope is to be able to expand it to all Clarke County public schools over the coming years.

An internationally recognized program, Safe Routes to School brings together parents, teachers, children, businesses and other members of the community to encourage kids and their parents to walk, bicycle, or take the bus to school. The primary goal: to promote physical activity among school-age children while making our streets safer for those who cannot or do not drive.

Visit the Safe Routes Athens website for more information.