Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
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How will teachers handle this additional load?
How will teachers handle this additional load?
We are designing this to NOT be an additional load but to weave walk/bike/roll training into existing Physical Education goals and curriculums over the course of a students K-12 school career. Studies have shown that students who use active transportation in high school continue to use it throughout their lifetimes. Bicycle training is also excellent pre-driver training.
How much will it cost to add walking, biking, and rolling instruction to California schools?
How much will it cost to add walking, biking, and rolling instruction to California schools?
We are still working on budgets. There are some startup costs but in general walking is very inexpensive and bicycling pretty economical as well. If students can bring their own bike, the cost is very low but it is likely that schools will want a dedicated fleet of teaching bicycles.
How long will this take to implement?
How long will this take to implement?
Some school districts like San Francisco Unified and Palo Alto Unified have already implemented this education. It mainly takes political will to make it happen.
Where will schools get bicycles? How will schools store them?
Where will schools get bicycles? How will schools store them?
San Francisco Unified has fleets of bicycles in trailers that move between schools. Acquiring and managing a fleet of teaching bikes is a challenge but doable.
Are any schools already teaching this?
Are any schools already teaching this?
San Francisco Unified and Palo Alto Unified.
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