InTucker Magazine
March 2025
Georgia’s Walk and Roll to School Day
March marks the celebration of Georgia’s Walk and Roll to School Day right here in our Tucker Community! Walking to school can be a great way for children to enjoy the outdoors, stay active, and gain a sense of independence, but safety should always come first. As a proud parent of the Tucker Community, these essential safety tips will help you prepare your child to navigate our neighborhoods confidently and safely.
- Buddy Up! – Encourage your child to walk or bicycle with a sibling, friend, or trusted neighbor for safety in numbers.
- Know the Route – Walk the route or bicycle together before the school event. Tucker elementary schools have chosen the safest, most well-lit path with sidewalks for walkers and bicycle riders. Check with your school for the route details.
- Bright & Visible – Have kids wear bright colors or reflective gear so drivers can see them easily.
- Traffic Smarts – Use this time to teach children to always use crosswalks, look left, right, and left again before crossing the street, make eye contact with drivers, listen to crossing guards, and follow traffic signals; especially when riding a bicycle.
- Limit Distractions – Encourage children to avoid using headphones or texting while walking. Staying alert keeps children aware of their surroundings.
By taking a few simple precautions, Tucker families can help make sure our Georgia Walk and Roll to School Day events are both safe and enjoyable. To learn more, visit Georgia Safe Routes to School at www.saferoutesga.org
Written by Trinita Patton, MPH, Tucker Resident
