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Good-bye summer, hello school! On this page, Safe Routes to School offers resources for families to plan their trip to school and get there safely.
Tips for feeling prepared
Start planning your school trip now and get the resources you need to slide into your new year! This page includes tips for getting ready no matter how you'll be traveling.
Try your route before the first day
We recommend trying your route before school starts, especially if you're attending a new campus. If you have time, try different routes and compare what feels best and most comfortable.
Leave early the first week of school
Give yourself plenty of time to work out the kinks when returning to your school routine. Leaving early allows for some breathing room if the morning doesn't go as planned.
Make a checklist
Create a short checklist of things your student needs each morning for school (backpack, lunch, sports equipment, etc.). Post it by the door or somewhere visible so everyone can see.
Walking and biking resources
- Bike and walk maps
- Portland Walking Guide
- How to start a walking school bus
- Portland Family Biking Guide
- Bike theft and how to prevent it
- How to start a bike bus
Riding TriMet or Streetcar
- Tools for planning your route
- What to know for your first trip
- TriMet Youth Fare - Reduced fares are available for youth ages 7-17 and students in high school (grades 9-12) or those pursuing a GED. High school students may be eligible for a free transit pass during the school year if their district participates in TriMet's High School Pass Program. Your school's office will have more information.
- How to buy and use Youth Fare