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Walking Bus

What is a Walking School Bus?

A Walking School Bus (WSB) is a volunteer-organized group of students who form a walking group to travel to school together. A WSB walks together along a set route, picking up other students on the way. The concept of a WSB is similar to a traditional school bus, where multiple passengers travel together under adult supervision.

Parents/guardians can join the walk, or drop their student off with the Walking School Bus volunteer, making this a convenient option for all types of families.

Benefits:

  • Safety in adult-supervised, large groups

  • Increased amounts of physical activity for kids (& adult volunteers!)

  • Social benefits for children (& adult volunteers!)

  • Families have a reliable option for getting kids to school on time

 

Learn more on ODOT's Safe Routes to School website.

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Visit the Durham Walking School Bus website to learn more, review our FAQ and sign up to volunteer.

 

Contact: durhamwalkingbus@gmail.com