Have you ever considered helping your child find a better way to get to school, such as walking or biking?  Central Ohio Car Free Day on Thursday, September 22 is a great day to try it. 

In addition, central Ohio schools are challenged to turn parking spaces into Car Free Spots.

How:  Turn a school parking space into a fun Car Free Spot.
Task:  Use your Principal’s parking space.  Have your Principal get to school using another mode of transportation beside their car.  Take a picture of your parking space and post it to our Facebook Page (search for Central Ohio Car Free Day).
Who:  Kids, Parents, & Volunteers
Reward:  Most creative Car Free Spot will receive a FREE bike rodeo during Walk to School Month from a local bike shop.

Get Involved in Walk to School Month in October

You can also plan ahead for the International Walk to School Month in October when millions of children, parents, and community leaders around the world promote safer and improved streets, healthier habits by encouraging physical activity, and environment conservation by reducing traffic congestion and pollution.

MORPC is promoting and coordinating such efforts around the region.  Participating agencies include schools, health departments, service departments, police agencies, and parent associations, among others.  The goal is to bring communities together, to build partnerships among different agencies, and to work towards a safer and more livable region.

Learn more about finding alternative transportation options to your child’s school and getting your school involved in the movement.

Other Great Resources

	Get Active Columbus – Check out their fun website with resources for parents and kids to get moving.
	Google Maps – Click on bike or walk icon to find an alternative route to school.
	International Walk to School – Learn more about the movement to get kids and families to walk and bicycle to school in October and throughout the year.
	Safe Routes to School – Learn about the national initiative to improve safety and encourage more children to safely walk and bicycle to school.