Access & Education
Safe Routes to Schools Marin
Safe Routes to Schools: Encouraging Safe, Active Transportation
Safe Routes to Schools (SR2S) teaches over 10,000 students annually about pedestrian and bicycle safety, while hosting more than 350 events to promote walking, biking, carpooling, and public transit to school.
A History of Success in Marin County
Founded by the Marin County Bicycle Coalition in 2000, SR2S was one of two national pilot programs funded by grants from the Marin Community Foundation, California Department of Health, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Within just two years, the percentage of students walking and biking to school increased from 21% to 38% across 14 schools.
In 2004, Marin voters approved a transportation sales tax, dedicating 11% of funds to Safe Routes to Schools infrastructure and crossing guards. The Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) now oversees the program, with MCBC continuing to lead education and encouragement efforts.
Today, Safe Routes to Schools serves 60 public and private schools across Marin, equipping tens of thousands of students with the skills to safely bike and walk. With over 50% of students using active or shared commutes, the program plays a vital role in reducing traffic congestion and pollution while promoting health and safety.
Training and Consulting
MCBC provides customized Safe Routes to Schools training for communities, school districts, cities, and advocacy groups. Whether you’re launching a new program or refining an existing one, we offer expert guidance tailored to your needs.
Our Training Services Include:
- Walk Audits – Assess and improve pedestrian safety.
- Task Force Development – Build local leadership for program success.
- Strategic Planning – Develop long-term sustainability plans.
- Train-the-Trainer Programs – Educate coordinators and community leaders.
- Encouragement Strategies – Create materials and events to boost participation.
- Policy & Curriculum Development – Strengthen school and city support.
To learn more about bringing Safe Routes to Schools to your community, contact our team today!
