One of CentreBike’s big goals is to continue to improve bicycle safety in our community. We’re lucky to have safe routes, paths, and roads for cycling, but we believe there is always room for improvement.
That’s why we’re proud to share that, through a partnership with the Centre Region Bicycle Advisory Commitee, the State College Borough and State College Area School District, we’ve helped to implement an important new program at State College High School this year.
As part of the required Driver’s Education class, 400 students per year will learn how to share the road safely, as motorists and as cyclists.
The material focuses on state laws surrounding bikes and cars – to make sure our newest drivers know exactly what the laws are, whether they are behind the wheel, or out on their bikes.We know that not everyone in our community is familiar with these laws, and this program is another positive step in the right direction.
Special thanks to Kelly Doyle, from the State College Borough, for compiling and implementing the materials, and to Brad Fisher, for being a great partner at SCASD. In 2016, we hope to look for other ways to bring this important education to young people in our region!
