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National School Bus Safety Week

October 14, 2022 by saraeholmes Leave a comment

Join Georgia Commute Schools as we celebrate National School Bus Safety Week, October 17 – 21, 2022. This year’s theme is “1 Bus + 1 Driver = a BIG Impact on Education,” reminding parents, students, teachers, and motorists that we all play an essential role in ensuring the school buses make it to their destinations safely each day. To celebrate, the GCS team plans to offer a week of activities to get students involved:

Monday: Read books about school buses, then brainstorm bus safety rules.
Tuesday: Create posters illustrating the theme: 1 Bus + 1 Driver = a BIG Impact on Education.
Wednesday: Write a story, song, or poem about bus safety.
Thursday: Create an educational 1–2-minute video about bus safety.
Friday: Write thank-you notes to the bus drivers for keeping you safe

Please sign up, if your school is planning on participating in NSBSW!

(National School Bus Safety Week – Google Forms)

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Reflecting on Active Living’s Holiday Gift Giveaway

January 13, 2022 by saraeholmes Leave a comment

Over the holiday break, our Youth and Teens Programs were able to give gifts to over 60 families in the community. A massive THANK YOU to Wal-Mart, Thumbs Up Diner, and Southwest DeKalb High School for graciously donating and putting smiles on our kids faces. We are always so grateful for our rockstar staff for exceeding expectations and ensuring that we are providing the best services for our community.

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Decatur Active Living’s Holiday Hours

December 17, 2021 by saraeholmes Leave a comment

Happy Holidays to all! Decatur Active Living facilities and programs will have a modified schedule until the New Year.

Decatur Recreation Center and Ebster Recreation Center will close on Thursday, December 23 at 2:00 PM through Monday, January 3.

Glenlake Tennis Center will be closed on December 24 and December 25 as well as December 31 and January 1. All other days have normal business hours.

Oakhurst Indoor Pool will have normal business hours except for the following dates:

Friday, December 23: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
December 24 and 25: Closed for Christmas
Sunday, December 26: 12:00 PM (noon) – 5:00 PM
Friday, December 31: 6:00 AM – 2:00 pm
January 1: Closed on New Years Day
Sunday, January 2: 12:00 PM (noon) – 5:00 PM

If you are in need of immediate assistance, please reach out to our front desk at 404-377-0494.

Filed under Active Adults, Adult Sports, City of Decatur, City of Decatur School System, Decatur Active Living, Decatur Active Living Board, Decatur Greenspaces, Exercise, Healthy Monday, Monday Campaigns, Safe Routes to School, Teens, Third Thursday, Walk Decatur, Walking, Walking School Bus, Youth Classes, Youth Sports

It’s National School Bus Safety Week!

October 20, 2021 by saraeholmes Leave a comment

Be Safe: Know the Danger Zone

Buses are big! If you can’t see the driver, the driver can’t see you. Protect yourself and others by staying out of the danger zone with the following safety tips.

No Touch Zone – If you can touch the bus, you’re too close
Keep your Distance – Stay 10 feet away from all sides of the school bus
Stay Alert – Look to the left and right before entering or exiting the bus
Wait for the OK – Wait for the driver’s signal to cross and never cross behind the bus

Don’t forget to show extra appreciation for your bus drivers this week!

Filed under City of Decatur, City of Decatur School System, Safe Routes to School, Teens, Walk Decatur, Walking, Walking School Bus

Mobile Recreation Center hit the target!

July 27, 2021 by saraeholmes Leave a comment

Our Mobile Recreation Center hit the bullseye this month. We introduced Archery and saw our next Olympians. It’s a joy to see everyone having fun and being active. Stay tuned to learn when our Mobile Recreation Center will come to your neighborhood.

Filed under Exercise, Teens, Youth Classes, Youth Sports