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èßäapp¹ÙÍø Electric Buses
We are thrilled to announce that èßäapp¹ÙÍø is the new proud operator of TWO electric buses. The buses, manufactured by Green Power, were delivered this month and will start transporting students as early as May.
“Our school system is steadfast in our commitment to ensure we respond to the climate crisis,” said èßäapp¹ÙÍø Superintendent Guadalupe Guerrero. “With the support and collaboration of key partners, we are now taking concrete steps towards making us a more sustainable organization by starting to electrify our school bus fleet.”
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New èßäapp¹ÙÍø Safe Routes to School Coordinator
èßäapp¹ÙÍø has hired a new Safe Routes to Schools (SRTS) Coordinator through a grant provided by the Oregon Dept. of Transportation. The SRTS program promotes students and families engaging in active transportation modes like walking, biking, scooting, using mobility devices, and accessing public transportation for a healthier lifestyle, increased connection to community, and reduced environmental impacts on our planet.
Schools and families interested in programming or sharing ideas should reach out to Shane Nevius (èßäapp¹ÙÍø SRTS Coordinator) via email at snevius@pps.net or by phone at 503-496-6512.
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National Bike, Walk, and Roll
is May 3, 2023, and you can celebrate ANY DAY in May that works for your school and community. Walking, biking, and rolling to school help make communities safer and lower our environmental impact. They are also a great way to encourage children to be more active. AND, studies show that students who take an active route to school are more prepared to learn when they get to their desk.
You can also stay local and r from the Oregon Safe Routes to School program.
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Safe Routes to Schools
The Oregon Department of Transportation's (SRTS) program creates safe, convenient, and fun opportunities for children to walk, bike, and roll to and from school in an active, carbon-free way. If you're looking to encourage more carbon-free travel to and from your school, consider to identify barriers and hazards impacting walking and rolling opportunities for students.
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National Green Schools Alliance
Join the National Green Schools Alliance to in front of schools once and for all. Idling is bad for the environment and bad for human health, especially young humans whose lungs are vulnerable to poor air quality. An idling vehicle emits 20 times more pollution than one traveling at 30 miles per hour. Idling not only pollutes the air, it wastes gas and money. Start a no idling campaign at your school today!
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Community Cycling Center
Are you looking for resources to help you and your family get biking? Look no further than the one and only , a NE Alberta St. bike hub. For over 20 years they have offered community programming, repair classes, and discounted rates for low-income families!
The city of èßäapp¹ÙÍø also has a great web directory for finding . With gas prices this high, what are you waiting for?
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Tri-Met
Tri-Met is reimagining public safety, electrical buses, and . Learn more and find a ride at .