Glenforest Bikes To Work

Glenforest Bikes To Work

On May 25th, Glenforest Secondary School students had the opportunity to participate in the City of Mississauga’s Bike To Work festivities at City Hall. The event brought together students of various backgrounds, regardless of their academic level, age, achievements or gender. It was truly an example of an inclusive activity open to all students that highlights what the Peel District School Board stands for. The students had a fantastic time at the event. They were able to start off the morning by getting some exercise on their 6km ride, eating pancakes on arrival to City Hall and then had a chance to practice using the new bike racks on Mississauga transit buses. The event ended for students with a Bike Safety Clinic hosted by a graduate of the Canbike program. Bike To Work Day was meaningful for Glenforest as it fell in line with the spirit of the school, of being a Green School that inspires staff and students and the community to embrace alternative forms of transportation to ultimately contribute collectively to the reduction of our carbon footprint. None of this would have been possible if it was not for the fantastic service and protection provided by Peel Regional Police, who escorted the 40 riders from Glenforest to City Hall along Burnhamthorpe Road, taking the right lane, not as obstacles but as traffic. Pedestrians and drivers alike were incredibly supportive of all the riders as they made their way to City Hall and back. The staff and students of Glenforest are thankful to the City of Mississauga and all the individuals involved who were able to bring this event alive for our students. We would like to offer our special gratitude to the Officers involved (for security reasons they shall remain nameless) who, with their patience, offered their time and services to provide a protected route for our students to arrive at City Hall safely. Without Police Services the event would not have been possible. Hopefully next year the event will be larger with more community involvement, parents, city and provincial officials and even greater student involvement. We also hope to continue the fantastic support we have received from Peel Regional Police.

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Glenforest Secondary School