Safe Routes to School is now on Facebook and Twitter and we have two exciting contests to help kick things off!

Social Media Contest

 Fill out the entry  form on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and you could be eligible to win a $20 Chick-Fil-A or Chipotle gift card! Winners are chosen every week through May 27th!

The Montgomery County Safe Routes to School Contest (the “Contest”) is open only to legal residents of Maryland, between the ages of five (5) years and eighteen (18) years as of the date of entry who are currently enrolled as a student of a Montgomery County Public School.  Read the  Social Media Contest Official Rules here for alternative method of entry.

Don’t be Distracted Creative Contest

Too many kids are taking risks by crossing the street while distracted by a mobile device.

Montgomery County Safe Routes to School is looking for your creative ideas to help educate your friends and family about the risks of walking or driving while using a mobile device.

The Grand Prize winner of this contest will receive an iPad Air (ARV $499)

1st – 5th grade prize: $50 Chipotle or Chick-Fil-A gift card

6th – 8th grade prize: $50 Chipotle or Chick-Fil-A gift card

9th – 12th grade prize: $50 Chipotle or Chick-Fil-A gift card

How to participate:

Step 1.  Get creative! Make your own artwork, essay, or 30-60 second public service announcement (PSA) video to help prevent distracted walking and driving.

Step 2: Complete the entry form on the Safe Routes to School Facebook page

Step 3: Share your entry with all your friends and family!

The Montgomery County Safe Routes to School Contest (the “Contest”) is open only to legal residents of Maryland, between the ages of five (5) years and eighteen (18) years as of the date of entry who are currently enrolled as a student of a Montgomery County Public School.  Read the  Distracted Creative Contest Official Rules here for alternative method of entry.

Example of student creativity: