- Applications are now open for the 2024-25
Connecting Schools Grant
- A total of $225,000 in funding is available for
eligible schools registered to the State Government's Your Move program
- Grant packages support active travel to school,
encouraging students to walk, wheel, or ride more often for the school journey
Eligible schools can now
apply for the State Government's popular Connecting Schools Grant, with
$225,000 available to support students and their families to get active for the
trip to school.
The grants are offered
through a partnership between the Department of Transport and Department of
Education and are awarded to schools achieving results through the Your Move Schools program.
There are more than 270
Western Australian schools registered to Your Move, representing a growing
number of school communities that are dedicated to helping students and their
families to walk, ride or scoot for the school commute - increasing physical
activity and reducing car trips, traffic congestion and parking pressures.
The grants provide a key
opportunity for schools to improve bicycle infrastructure and develop students' road safety skills. Packages
include bike and scooter parking facilities, skills tracks, bike skills
and road safety education workshops to support and encourage greater active
travel within the school community.
Grant applications close
on Friday, 15 November 2024. For more information, visit the Connecting
Schools Grant webpage.
Comments attributed to Transport Minister Rita Saffioti:
"The Cook Labor
Government is committed to making active transport more accessible for Western
Australians.
"We're investing
significantly in new cycling infrastructure right across the State, while also
partnering with schools to encourage more students and families to take up
active transport options for the morning and afternoon commute.
"Walking or riding
to school with the kids is a win-win for the whole family. Kids are encouraged
to be active and arrive at school ready to learn, while helping to reduce
traffic and parking pressures at school sites.
"These grants help more
Western Australian students walk, wheel or ride to school, increase their
skills and confidence, and foster a positive culture of active travel in school
communities."
Comments attributed to Education Minister Dr Tony Buti:
"This is a fantastic way
for young people to embrace physical activity.
"Not only does exercise
help to build strength and improve cardiovascular fitness, but it also helps
increase feelings of positivity and improves mental health.
"I encourage all eligible
schools to get involved in the program and support students' health and
wellbeing."
