Walking School Bus/Bike Train
Walking School Bus
Why Walk to School?
There are so many great reasons to join the Walking School Bus at Gulf Shores City Schools!
Skip the Car Line
Avoid the stress of traffic and get to work on time — or even early!
Built-In Exercise & Play
Kids enjoy fresh air, movement, and social time with friends before the school day begins.
Improved Focus
Walking helps students feel calm, alert, and ready to learn — many say they feel less rushed and more prepared for class.
Prizes & Recognition
Students can earn rewards and be celebrated for their participation in the program.
Fun Fridays
Special guests and activities make Fridays extra fun and a great way to wrap up the week.
Walking to school isn’t just healthy — it’s smart, fun, and rewarding!
Join us on the path to better mornings!
The Walking School Bus (WSB) program will begin in August and will run every day that school is in session, ending on the last day of school.
To participate, students must be registered in advance. Space is limited and will be based on a safe student-to-adult ratio, so early registration is encouraged.
Daily Drop-Off Details:
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Location: Meyer Park
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Drop-Off Window: 7:05 AM – 7:12 AM
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Line-Up Begins: 7:10 AM
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WSB Departure Time: Promptly at 7:15 AM
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Important: Please do not drop off your child before 7:05 AM, as supervision is not available.
Let’s make the walk to school fun, safe, and active — together!
Check out the Walking School Bus!
Reece Schaible joined the Walking School Bus for a Qigong demonstration on this Fabulous FriYAY! We learned about energizing movements monkey style!
Happy Friday from the Walking School Bus! 
We have a huge thank you to Anna Grace Fields, owner of Fruitful! The kids enjoyed tasting Fruitful’s pineapple, orange, and apple juice combo. It was definitely kid approved, and a refreshing way to start the day!
Walking School Bus Fun Friday had a special guest today! The Reptile Bus thank you for making our morning an adventure!
Happy FriYAY from the Walking School Bus! Matt Palamara from Cub Scouts joined today to share silly songs!
Thanks so much to the Gulf Shores High School Cheerleaders for leading the GSCS Walking School Bus this morning! They helped us learn cheers and got us into school spirit for the first week of school!
The Walking School Bus crew would like to thank Kelly Bradley from the Thomas B. Norton Library in GS for story time! What a great way to begin our FriYAY!
Happy Friday from the Walking School Bus! It’s international pirate day! 
We had a swashbuckling good book read to us by Mrs. Kelly Bradshaw from the Gulf Shores Public Library. Afterwards, the kids got to select fun tattoos, and pirates booty.
Finding bugs and leaves on the way to school was also part of their treasure!
Aaron Carr of the Eco Center joined the Walking School Bus crew as the FriYAY special quest! He guided the kids through hemisphere movements to wake up their spines and clear their minds!
Happy FriYAY from the Walking School Bus! Lisa Langham was today’s Friday special guest. She shared her vast knowledge about shells and the sea creatures living within them. Her enthusiasm was exciting!
What is a Walking School Bus?
A Walking School Bus (WSB) is a safe, healthy, and fun way for children to walk to school with adult supervision — just like a school bus, but on foot!
Here’s how it works:
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Each "bus" follows a set walking route with one or more responsible adults leading the way.
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Children meet at a designated location each morning to join the group.
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The WSB operates every school day, rain or shine!
Why Participate?
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Safe & Supervised: Kids walk with trusted adults and practice road safety along the way.
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Healthy Start: Walking boosts physical activity and helps kids feel more focused at school.
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Eco-Friendly: Reduces fuel costs, car emissions, and traffic congestion in school zones.
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Builds Community: A great way for students and parents to make new friends.
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It’s Fun!: With themed days, special guests, and activities — every walk is an adventure!
The Walking School Bus is more than a commute — it’s a movement toward healthier, happier mornings!
For more information, please explore the resources below:
Walking School Bus Registration Form Frequently Asked Questions Expectations
Walking School Bus Remind App (join Ms. Marcum's Remind for communication notifications)
Monthly Bike Train
What is the Monthly Bike Train?
The Monthly Bike Train is a fun and healthy way for students to ride their bikes to school — together and safely!
Once a month, students meet at a designated “Bike Train Stop” and ride to school under the supervision of adult “bike drivers.” It’s a great way for children to get fresh air, enjoy physical activity, and learn street safety — all before the school day begins.
Plus, it helps reduce traffic congestion and improves air quality by cutting down on long car lines!
Who Can Participate?
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Open to Students in Grades 2–5
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2nd Grade Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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3rd–5th Grade Students may ride without a parent once registered.
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When & Where?
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One morning each month
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Drop-off location: Kids Park next to Bodenhamer Center
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Drop-off begins at 7:10 AM
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Bike Train departs at 7:20 AM sharp for the ride to Gulf Shores Elementary School (GSES).
Important:
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Registration is required to participate.
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All riders must wear helmets and follow bike safety rules.
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Parents of 2nd graders must accompany their child on the ride.
Let’s make mornings more active, eco-friendly, and fun — one ride at a time!