Bike to School Organizing
Celebrate bicycling and promote healthy active lifestyles by biking to school on National Bike to School Day and beyond!
Volunteers across the region are organizing bike buses and activities that encourage their school communities to hop on a bike. We have resources and community to help you get started at your school!
Bike to school Resources
Below are some resources we’ve developed or found to help Bike to School Day organizers. If you are looking for something you don’t see here, send us a message!
organizer resources
Sample copy for emails to school administration asking to participate in Bike to School Day
Flyer/ Poster Template for Parents & Students from National Bike to School Day
Training Presentation for Organizers - Bike to School Day training presentation slides from 2023 (View the recording here)
BIKE EDUCATION RESOURCES
How to Fit a Helmet - Chicago Family Biking
Request a FREE bike safety training at your School (Chicago only) - Chicago SAFE Ambassadors
Bike Safety Quiz - courtesy of Ride Illinois
Riding with Children - produced by CDOT, IDOT & Active Transportation Alliance
Mellow Chicago Bike Map- shows low-stress bike routes in the city of Chicago, compiled by Chicago Reader
2024 Participating Schools
Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School, Chicago
Brentano Math and Science Academy, Chicago
Chicago Montessori, Chicago
DANK Haus Kinderschule, Chicago
Disney Magnet, Chicago
Drummond Elementary, Chicago
Goethe Elementary, Chicago
Hamilton Elementary, Chicago
Haugan Elementary, Chicago
Mother’s Touch Daycare, Arlington Heights
Near North Montessori School, Chicago
Nettelhorst Elementary, Chicago
Ogden Elementary, Chicago
Portage Park Elementary, Chicago
Skinner North, Chicago
Waters Elementary, Chicago
Our Partners
Thanks to our awesome partners who provide various resources and support for Bike to School Day!
Chicago SAFE Ambassadors provide on site street safety education in schools and at community events.
Bike Grid Now advocates for safer streets through activism and community building events. BGN volunteers are available to help with bike to school rides.