Lookin’ sharp in your new helmets, kids! (Photo provided by Hamilton Southeastern Schools)
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has partnered with Fishers Fire and Emergency Services to provide bike helmets to all first- and second-grade students in Hamilton Southeastern Schools.
Through the Bike IN Safe program, funded by the Federal Highway Administration, INDOT has been able to work with local governments across Indiana to promote road safety to our youngest “motoring” Hoosiers.
Photo provided by Hamilton Southeastern Schools
INDOT received 75,000 helmets to distribute to local schools as well as give presentations on how to properly wear a helmet, the rules of the road, how to avoid distractions, what to wear, and safety tips. Bike IN Safe has allowed federal, state, and local governments to work together to encourage road safety for young cyclists.
The donation is especially meaningful to Fishers Elementary School Principal Brian Behrman, who was involved in a serious collision while biking – days before the new school year began. Behrman, an avid cyclist, is back on the job leading FES while he continues to heal. He is a testament to the importance of wearing a bike helmet.
Photo provided by Hamilton Southeastern Schools