Beth Schmidt was raised in rural NE Oregon. As a child she walked to and from school in the snow, uphill- just on her way home. She values her roots, and how she learned to navigate a world without sidewalks. Now she is passionate about pedestrian and bicycle safety education for students in Salem-Keizer Public Schools. Beth graduated from Western Oregon University, and has worked professionally for the California State Legislature, and Salem-Keizer Public Schools as a substitute teacher. She enjoys volunteering in her children’s schools and community. Beth lives with her husband, John, and three children in Salem, Oregon.