Our district is proud to recognize elementary PE teacher Amy Starkovich for representing the Let’s Go! Bike program at Bike Advocacy Days in Olympia on January 20–21. Invited by the Cascade Bicycle Club, she joined non-profit bike and trail organizations for meetings with legislators.
During her visit, Starkovich met with Senator Curtis King, chair of the Transportation Committee, and Representative Gloria Mendoza to discuss the importance of bike education, safe routes for students, and the need for a connecting trail along State Highway 903 to the Progress Path.
Starkovich’s participation highlighted the strong impact of the district’s elementary biking program. Through her leadership, students gain essential riding skills, learn safe biking behavior and road rules, and develop confidence as active participants in their community.
She also shared how statewide bike education programs are supported through the Department of Transportation budget and how local investment strengthens those efforts. Funding from the Hein Foundation, The Suncadia Fund for Community Enhancement, and the PacRats Board has provided bikes for K–2 students, enabling comprehensive instruction for all K–5 learners.
In addition to safety and skill development, the program teaches bike maintenance and trail etiquette while fostering positive experiences and lifelong healthy habits.
Cascade Bicycle Club and partner organizations covered participation costs, including substitute teachers, allowing Starkovich to represent the district and advocate for safer, more accessible biking opportunities for students and families.
