Perfect opportunity for high school students to earn SSL hours!
Safety Town is an interactive learning opportunity for children ages 2 - 7. It features a ground tarp marked with road, crosswalks, arrows, railroad tracks, etc. We add traffic signs and signals, as well as miniature buildings, to complete the town. Children ride bikes, trikes and scooters through as a play led learning activity. Assistants help them navigate properly; following the signs and signals accordingly.
Stations you may work include:
- helmet station - assisting with getting participants set up with the proper helmet and choosing an appropriate vehicle (bike/trike/scooter), introducing concepts, collecting equipment when participants come off tarp and preparing it for next user in the town
- tarp of Safety Town - very interactive with the children; prompting them about the signs and signals see, educating them on what they mean, making sure they are following the rules, directing them off tarp when done, etc.
- resource table - letting children and caregivers know about the resources we have for them to take home, making sure table stays stocked, etc.
Safety Town is all about creating a fun and engaging experience for the participants. The goal is for them to walk away with a better awareness and understanding of traffic rules and safe pedestrian and bicycle behaviors to help keep them safe in and around their communities. You will be sent some materials to read ahead of time reviewing some of the key concepts of basic traffic safety that we are promoting.
Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.
