Drive to 5
The Drive to 5 program is a simple and fun way to encourage active and safe transportation to school while reducing traffic congestion. Families who need to drive can drop their children off at a designated location about a 5-minute walk from the school (
see PDF Map - Carmichael Park). From there, kids can enjoy a short, healthy walk to school either on their own or with friends. Parents can also choose to park and walk with their children.
This initiative has multiple benefits, including promoting physical activity, improving mental well-being, fostering independence, and building connections within the community. It also helps make the area around the school safer and more environmentally friendly by reducing car traffic. The program is adaptable and can be run daily or just on special days like "Drive to 5 Fridays."
For more details on how the program works and its benefits, you can visit
https://schooltravel.ca/activity/drive-to-5/
Thank you for promoting healthy and active ways to get to school!