Safe Routes to School is an international movement to create safe, convenient, and fun opportunities for children to bicycle and walk to school. In August 2005, federal money was made available to establish Safe Routes to School programs in all 50 states. Funds are available for infrastructure projects (bike lanes, sidewalks, traffic calming, etc), and for activities, such as public awareness campaigns, outreach to community leaders, educational programs, and volunteer training. Successful Safe Routes to School programs involve the whole community and encompass the “Five Es”: evaluation, engineering, education, encouragement, and enforcement.Many PTAs already participate in these programs at their schools, and the availability of these funds means that even more programs and activities can be started. Established Safe Routes to School programs have strong participation by dads and grandfathers, and all children benefit from safer neighborhoods and the increase in physical activity that these programs make possible. Safe Routes to School programs also are one possible element to include in the school wellness policies currently being developed by all local education agencies that receive federal funding for their school lunch programs. For more information about school wellness policies, consult the School Wellness section of the Healthy Lifestyles at Home and School notebook.National PTA is a member of the Safe Routes to School National Partnership. Visit Bikes Belong for more information from the Safe Routes to School National Partnership, including information on how to get started.