Walking School Bus Arrives at Lincoln School in Yavapai County, Arizona

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In October of 2012, Lincoln School in Prescott became the first school in Yavapai County to implement a Walking School Bus program.

According to this report from The Daily Courier, so far parents and students have given positive feedback about the program.

In the article, Lincoln Principal Teresa Bruso said: “We are excited to offer this program…It’s a great opportunity for students to build community and healthy lifestyles as the walk to school each day.”

A non-profit organization called Prescott Alternative Transportation (PAT) received a grant, which helped the program get started.

A few months prior to  starting the program the Arizona Department of Transportation sponsored a walking school bus, workshop taught by PedNet. The workshop helped equip PAT with the tools necessary to successfully implement a walking school bus program in Prescott.