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Student Walk/Bike Routes

District 65 works closely with the City of Evanston and local police departments to develop and maintain suggested safe routes to and from school for our students, staff, and families.

All families should familiarize themselves with school traffic patterns and procedures to help ensure the safe drop-off and pick-up of their child. Procedures are regularly communicated by our schools to provide support and understanding.

Guide to Using the Suggested Safe Routes to School Interactive Map

This interactive map was developed in collaboration with City of Evanston staff, including our local police departments, to provide families with suggested walk, bike, and roll routes to get to and from school safely.

How the Map Works

  • Marked Safe Routes: Clearly highlighted paths show the recommended ways to walk to school while steering clear of identified street and traffic hazards.
  • Connected Safety Features: The suggested routes are designed specifically to utilize key infrastructure along the way, including:
    • Crossing Guards stationed during drop-off and pick-up hours
    • Traffic Signals & Crosswalks for controlled street crossings
  • Interactive Controls: Use the menu icon in the top-left corner to show or hide map details like crossing guard posts, signal locations, and route overlays.

How to Plan Your Walk

  1. Open the Suggested Safe Routes Map on your mobile device or computer.
  2. Zoom in to locate your home address or use the search icon in the top left to type an address.
  3. Follow the marked route nearest you, taking note of where it guides you to cross at signals or with crossing guards.
  4. Practice the route with your child so they get comfortable and familiar getting to and from school!