Smart Coast “Dog Days of Summer” Smart Walk

May 4th marked the final Smart Walk of the School year.  It was entitled “Dog Days of Summer” and featured some of our four legged furry friends.    Again, the lovely weather only helped add to the enjoyment of all as we set off to school from the Fairhope library. We hope to start a pilot daily Walking School Bus program in the Fall 2025.  More information will follow as we get the project in place.  We are so excited about the project as well as the overwhelming support from the school administration and staff.  Their enthusiasm is truly contagious!

 

 

 

Chris Riley, who attended  the May 4th walk, later visited the Intermediate fourth grade students.  Mr. Riley was injured while on a skiing trip in Aspen, Colorado which caused him to lose the use of his legs. He demonstrated how he maneuvers from his specially equipped truck to his wheel chair and how his service dog, Tanya assists him – pulling him up steeper grades, fetching items from under tables and being a good friend. Mrs. Charlene Lee and Mr. Riley discussed with the students the importance of our streets and sidewalks being accessible to all individuals whatever their physical ability. They also encouraged being active and walking/cycling to school.