Walk to School Days in Bronxville

Thanks to Karin Drakenberg for the following:

Many Bronxville students walk to school. On Earth Day and the week of April 22-26, the 5th annual Bronxville Walk to School event will be held. Mayor Marvin and Bronxville Chief of Police will greet students on their way to school, on Monday April 22-26. If you are driving, please drive slowly as there will be many people on the side of the local roads.

We live in a small community where most people can walk to school (and the train). This would benefit all of us, in so many ways.

SAFETY training: Walking regularly with a child from a young age enables them to develop life skills; preparing children with road safety and personal awareness skills.

CONGESTION reduction: Fewer cars on our roads is good for the environment and local communities; fewer cars at the school gate can make it safer for students making their way to and from school.

HEALTH benefits: Walking to and from school allows adults and children to incorporate physical activity into their daily routines.

ON the ball students who walk to school arrive wide-awake, and are therefore more prepared for the school day ahead.

FUN and friendship: Friends and family can walk to and from school together and enjoy some quality time.

LEARNING for life: Walking regularly enables a child to become more familiar with their surroundings and provides them with the opportunity to learn about the weather and changing seasons first hand.

EDUCATIONAL: Kids learn about environmental awareness, and our responsibility to keep earth clean.

 If you are able, willing, and weather permitting, please join us this Earth Day and Walk to School Week,
April 22-26 2013.