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What is Walk to School Day?

• A global event held in early October that gives children, parents, school staff and community members an opportunity to work together to make their communities safer and more pleasant for walking.
• A collective walk to school with a purpose – to promote health, safety, physical activity and concern for the environment.
• Walk to School Day is part of the “Encouragement” piece of the SRTS 5 E’s.

Why should your school participate?

• Your school drop off/pick up zone is unruly.
• You’re worried about pedestrian safety near your school.
• You’d like more physically active and alert students.
• Children are increasingly overweight. Approximately 25% of San Francisco children are overweight.
• Walking to school is a good way to exercise regularly and to help prevent obesity, heart disease, and some forms of cancer.
• Pedestrian injuries are the second leading cause of fatal injuries among 5-12 year olds in California.
• San Francisco has been ranked one of the most walkable cities in the U.S., with transit-rich neighborhoods and homes, schools, shops, and parks all in close proximity to each other.

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SF Walk and Roll to School Day Poster 2012

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