Safe Routes Scoop

The Safe Routes Scoop provides spotlights, announcements, news briefs and feature articles on Safe Routes to School programs in New Jersey. Check out the Scoop frequently for active travel updates.

Old Sneakers Motivate for Walking Success in Mt. Holly

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If someone were to tell you that an old sneaker spray painted gold would motivate an entire student body to walk, would you believe it?—Seriously? In October of 2012, Sacred Heart Elementary of Mt. Holly decided to partner with Cross...
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NJ Safe Routes to School Grants Announced!

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As part of a package of 35 grants through New Jersey’s Local Aid Program totaling nearly $6.8 million, The Christie Administration announced 25 federally funded Safe Routes to School grants totaling $5.7 million for sidewalk, intersection, crosswalk and other improvements...
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Model School Crossing Guard Municipal Policy Released

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Every school day school crossing guards are hard at work making sure children get to and from school safely. While we depend on crossing guards to ensure the safety of our children, according to the Municipal Excess Liability Joint Insurance...
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