Safe Routes to School (SRTS) News and Events

The Vision Zero Program of Distinction for Schools (CT Legislation Public Act 23-116) was established by the Connecticut Vision Zero Council to recognize districts who have worked towards eliminating transportation-related fatalities and severe injuries. School districts are recognized for providing their students with educational opportunities to learn about the mission of Vision Zero and transportation safety and skills. These districts are eligible to apply for Vision Zero Program of Distinction in the spring of each year to be awarded the following fall.

In 2026, six school districts received the Vision Zero Program of Distinction for Schools for their efforts in transportation safety education: East Hartford, Vernon, Madison, Fairfield, Waterbury, and Greenwich These six districts hosted in-school bicycle and pedestrian skills and safety educational programming, school and community bike buses, walk bike and roll to school events, and distributed bike and pedestrian safety materials. The award ceremony was held at CTDOT headquarters to acknowledge their efforts towards Vision Zero and to inspire other school districts the follow the Vision Zero Mission in their own communities. Congratulations to the recognized school districts! 

Eligible Vision Zero Program Distinction efforts include youth bike and pedestrian safety education, activities or events that promote safe active transportation, school walk audits, safety messaging campaigns, distribution of helmets and safety materials, and any other efforts that contribute to a culture of roadway safety. Please reach out to Bridget.Moriarty@ct.gov for any questions.