Are you in elementary, middle or high school? Do you have a bike? Have you ever tried biking to school? If not, Monday May 28th is the perfect time to start. Here’s why:
1. Riding is fun
Sure, sometimes it’s … Read more
Category: School Travel
School Travel
Don’t press the light before it’s night
In 2014, HASTe facilitated the School Travel Planning process at Sir Sanford Flemming elementary. Located at a busy intersection, the school’s parents were concerned about the safety of students waiting to cross the street.
All the benefits of walking to school…
We at HASTe often talk about the many benefits of walking to school: exercise, fresh air, a connection to ones neighbourhood and neighbours, etc.
Well, it looks like the Swedes have come up with a way that kids being driven … Read more
Ecole Willows Elementary students get active!
Over the past 16 months, as part of the Capital Regional District’s Active and Safe Routes to School, Ecole Willows Elementary in the District of Oak Bay has been shaking things up, moving things around and just generally getting active. … Read more