Safe Routes to School

The Safe Routes Partnership is very pleased to invite prospective state agencies, metropolitan planning organizations, regional planning agencies, health and public health organizations, and nonprofits to serve as the local host and presenting sponsor of the 8th Safe Routes to School National Conference, to be held sometime between April and November 2026. We look forward to hosting the conference in a dynamic and walkable, bikeable location with strong Safe Routes to School, active transportation, and healthy communities’ initiatives that can be featured during the conference.

Celebrating Nichole Hollis: A Champion for Safer, Equitable Journeys to School
 

Growing up in Tucson, parks were the heart of our family gatherings – a spacious spot for my large extended family to come together. I’ll have to admit that keeping track of everyone was a challenge! But it was always safe to call someone prima/primo (cousin) or Tío/Tía (aunt/uncle).

Now Hiring: Technical Assistance Manager or Senior Manager for the Safe Routes Partnership

Applications Due: November 4, 2024

It seems like every year, we open our September federal policy post wondering whether the government will shut down on October 1 due to Congress failing to pass a budget, and unfortunately, 2024 is no different! So, will the government shut down? Our crystal ball tells us it won’t.

August recess is upon us, which means lawmakers are back in their home states and districts. With the entire House up for re-election, and one-third of the Senate and The White House on the ballot in November, lawmakers and candidates are making the case for (re) election to their constituents.