October is International Walk to School month (IWALK month), an annual celebration that encourages students to travel actively throughout their school day.
Walking or wheeling to school contributes to:
- Reduced vehicular traffic near the school entrance, which improves road safety
- Reduced noise and air pollution from excessive vehicle use
- Improved levels of physical activity among children
- Improved student cognitive development and brain health
- Improved student memory, attention in class and academic performance
How can schools celebrate IWALK Month?
Students and families can participate by walking or wheeling on their journey to school throughout the month of October. Students can also participate by walking around the school yard at lunch.
Being active throughout the school day helps improve students’ health and attention in class, and travelling actively to school reduces the number of vehicles near the school entrance making the school zone safer.
Learn more about IWALK Month and find activities here: https://ontarioactiveschooltravel.ca/international-walk-to-school-month/
We hope you will join us in celebrating IWALK month. Let’s get walking!