Walk

WALK, RIDE OR SCOOT TO SCHOOL

Walk to School month runs from 7 October 2019 to 1 November 2019. This initiative encourages primary school children to regularly walk, scoot or ride their bike to school each October. It aims to build healthy habits for life by making physical activity part of children’s daily travel.

The month-long program generates positive change with more children using active travel more often. The program’s intention is for participating schools to carry this change forward, with ongoing support and direction from local government organisations, to sustain students’ active travel throughout the year.

Healthy travel means healthy kids

There are so many reasons to join Walk to School in 2019. Walking, riding or scooting to and from school is a great way to work towards the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity, every day. Plus, kids who are active are more likely to develop healthy habits that lead to lifelong health benefits. Last year, more than 140,000 Victorian primary school kids got involved.

Active schools make for active learners

Each Classroom at MPS will be provided with a calendar so students can record when they walked, rode or scooted to school. At the end of the month, each child who participated will be rewarded with a sticker and a certificate.

Road Safety Tips for Walk to School 

Participating in the program gives parents and carers a great opportunity to teach kids about road safety and stranger danger. It’s also a fantastic way to build their confidence when it comes to walking by themselves. 

1. Keep a look out before stepping out! Stop, look, listen, cross. 
2. Stay on the path and you’ll have a blast!                                                                         

To ensure their journey is as safe as can be, make sure your kids are walking on designated sidewalks. This avoids things like rocks or sticks that may be on the ground, and ensures they are walking on safely planned routes.

For the kids who are riding or scooting to school: 

3. Always wear a helmet 

Keep that noggin safe by protecting yourself with a helmet! If you are riding a bike or taking a scooter to and from school, it is important to wear a helmet in case of any trips or falls.  

More information can be found at the Walk to School website: https://www.walktoschool.vic.gov.au/students

1. When you want to cross a road, make sure to find a zebra crossing and: Stop, look, listen and cross.