We are dedicated to helping Michigan schools and communities build sustainable Safe Routes to School programs, and offer a series of trainings annually to further the development of your projects. Additionally, we can adapt any training in terms of time or topic for your team.
2024 Basics Trainings
The SRTS Basics Training is a 45-60 minute introductory webinar that will help you understand how Safe Routes to School works in Michigan. The session ends with Q&A, so you will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn from others on the call.
The SRTS Basics training is offered monthly and there is no cost to participate, but registration is required. Check out the upcoming dates to register.
Unable to attend a live Basics Webinar session? Access a recording of the training here.
Regional Training
We are pleased to announce our regional trainings are back. Regional Trainings offer us the opportunity to connect, build relationships, and support Safe Routes to School stakeholders across the state.
Locations and Dates
Escanaba
Sault Ste Marie
Trainings are free and include a light lunch. Registration is required as space is limited. The deadline to register for either training is Monday, September 16.
The SRTS regional trainings are for superintendents, principals, school transportation officials, planners, engineers, road authorities, local champions, award recipients, and those who would like to dive deeper into learning more about the SRTS movement.
Regional Trainings cover information about the SRTS program, topical breakout sessions, and guest speakers highlighting the inclusion of high schools in the SRTS program.
- Using Community Assets to Navigate the Planning Process
- Students at the Center: Youth Engagement and Leadership with SRTS
- Building Sustainable District-Wide Programs with Policy and Partnerships
- Safe Routes in Rural Communities
Regional trainings are offered annually throughout the state. If you’re interested in hosting or having a regional training near your community, have an idea for a location for a regional training, or have a request for a session topic, please contact Sr. Operations and Evaluation Coordinator Colleen Synk.
SRTS Training Videos
Training videos cover the following topics:
- Building Sustainable District-Wide SRTS Programs with Policy and Partnerships
- Asset Mapping: From Resources to Volunteers
- Students at the Center: SRTS Youth Engagement and Leadership
- Safe Routes to School for Rural Communities
Have an idea or a request for a session topic? Email our Sr. Operations & Evaluation Coordinator, Colleen Synk.
SRTS Award Recipient Training
Award recipient training is for schools and organizations that have received SRTS non-infrastructure funding through the Mini or Major Grant.
Once awarded, grantees should contact Adam Jenks to learn more about reporting procedures and invoicing guidelines, and watch and review the recorded awardee trainings below:
If you are unable to participate in a SRTS Basics Webinar or Regional Training, or if you would like an individualized training for your community, please contact your grant coordinator to schedule a date and time. Additionally, we have a number of previously recorded trainings in our archives.