Wednesday, May 4

John R. Downes Elementary School in Newark is again hosting a celebration of National Bike to School Day for its students, parents, and staff. The school has organized this event in partnership with BikeNewark, the Delaware Department of Transportation, the City of Newark, WILMAPCO, Newark Bike Project, and the Safe Routes to School program.
Event flyer (PDF)
Students will bike into school from four nearby locations, beginning at 7:45 a.m. that morning. Newark Police will provide traffic control and escorts. Click on map for enlarged view.

This event will highlight the completion of the Safe Routes to School project for which the school received a grant in 2017.