Students in Cannonvale took to the streets on foot, bike and scooter last week in the first of what is hoped to be many ‘Walk Or Ride To School Day’.
A student-led initiative, the event came about when Miss Hanson’s grade 4 class were discussing how to reduce their carbon footprint.
While many thought about small projects, this particular cohort felt inspired to create an event the whole school could enjoy.
Writing a note to the principal to ask permission, making a speech in assembly, and then putting posters on walls were all ways the class took the lead in promoting the event.
Their efforts were rewarded when over 70 students participated.
Lollipop lady, Lesley, said that she noticed a massive increase in the amount of foot traffic that day and was pleased to see people enjoying the outdoors.
A grade 1 student said that he walked for the first time today and that his parents had parked the car at Coral Sea Marina, walking along the bicentennial boardwalk to school.
Health teacher Erin Moore said that she was thrilled to see so many eager participants.
“It was really rewarding to see so many kids taking it so seriously,” she said.
“We hope the event will get bigger each time and maybe after today more people will be encouraged to walk to school.”
Image: Principal Kelly with some of the students that walked to school last Thursday
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