International walk to school day 2003

From: Institute of Transportation Engineers. ITE Journal | Date: September 1, 2003| Author: | Copyright information

On October 2, 2002, more than 3 million children, parents and community leaders from 28 countries around the world joined together in celebration of International Walk to School Day. Plans for 2003 may be even bigger.

The goal of International Walk to School Day varies from community to community. Some walks rally for safer and improved streets, some to promote healthier habits and some to conserve the environment. While the main thrust of the event is to get together with children and walk to school on one day each year, the event's greater aim is to bring forth permanent change in ...

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