What is Safety Town?
Since 1972 – Tigard Safety Town, home of Tommy the Traffic Light. Safety Town is a nine day, half day program that teaches children ages 5 & 6 about safety through the use of live speakers, films, art projects, music and hands on activities such as riding Kett Cars in our own little Safety Town! Children learn about bicycle, pedestrian, water, home, fire, electrical, poison, and personal safety.
This community-based volunteer program partners with organizations like the Tigard Police Department, Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue, and more to provide meaningful safety instruction in a fun environment. The purpose of our program is to empower children to make safe choices at home, in school and in their community.
Who can attend Safety Town?
Kids born between September 1, 2018 and August 31, 2020. Your child must be 5 or 6 years old on September 1, 2025. Sorry, there are no exceptions.
FAQ’s
Q- How do I contact Tigard Safety Town?
- A- TigardSafetyTown@gmail.com or the contact us form on homepage
- A -mailing address is PO BOX 230726 Portland, OR 97281
Q- Who teaches Tigard Safety Town?
- A- Small group activities are led by trained middle school instructors and the program is taught by Mary Woodward Elementary teacher Carina Peterson
Q- Does my child need to know how to ride a bike to attend?
- A- No. Tigard Safety town uses Kett Cars to teach bike/car safety. Helmets are required.
Q- Why is there two different registration dates listed?
- A – In-person registration is offered for parents/caregivers who want to secure a preferred spot in TST2025 and/or request group placement with a friend/buddy/sibling. Online registration will open the following week for the spots still available.
Q- Is there a reduced cost option?
- A – There are many scholarships available for partial or full tuition. Please fill out confidential scholarship form and return as soon as possible.
Q- Who runs Tigard Safety Town?
- A- Tigard Safety Town is a 501(c)(3) that is run by a volunteer board of directors. If you are interested in joining our board, please reach out to us at TigardSafetyTown@gmail.com