May 23rd, 2025
May 26-30 is Bike to School Week! This year, the Waterloo Region District School Board (WRDSB), in partnership with Student Transportation Services of Waterloo Region (STSWR), and area municipalities, will be participating in this opportunity to highlight the benefits of active transportation.
Cycling to and from school is a great way for students to incorporate healthy and fun activities into their day. Cycling helps to:
- Boost mental clarity and physical health
- Create opportunities for community building
Exploring alternatives to vehicle transportation not only boosts well-being, it:
- Decreases traffic
- Reduces pollution
- Creates a safe, active transportation environment around WRDSB schools
While this is only one week of action, we hope it inspires many to choose active travel more often. We hope these efforts will have a ripple effect throughout the rest of the school year and into the future.
How You Can Participate
All WRDSB students, staff and families are welcome to participate in Bike to School Week! Students can visit the STSWR website for more details about how to register for a chance to win a prize. Prizes include:
- 30 $25 gift cards to Dairy Queen
- 10 active transportation prize packages
Don’t forget to tag us on Instagram at @wr_dsb. We want to reshare your stories and posts!
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