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Last updated on Sunday, May 6, 2018
(UNDATED) - Mitchell students will join thousands of families across the country on National Bike to School Day, Wednesday, May 9th.
National Bike to School Day, which highlights the League of American Bicyclists National Bike Month, provides an opportunity for schools across the country to join together to showcase the many benefits of bicycling and to encourage families to give biking for transportation a try.
Health by Design provides support and technical assistance to communities throughout Indiana that are looking to increase participation and improve safety among students walking and biking to school. Health by Design is a coalition of partners working at the intersection of the built environment and public health, collaborating across sectors and disciplines to ensure Indiana communities have neighborhoods, public spaces and transportation infrastructure that promote active living for all.
"Momentum around walking and biking to school continues to grow, as more people realize the many benefits it offers," said Kim Irwin, Health by Design's executive director. "Now that spring has finally arrived, and we're beginning to spend more time outdoors, Bike to School Day is a fantastic opportunity to bring together families, school staff, public officials, and community leaders for a day of fun, health and awareness. It's also a great opportunity to increase the visibility of bicycling and walking as active transportation while reminding everyone, regardless of how they travel, to prioritize safety on our roadways."
There are currently 30 Hoosier schools registered for the 2018 celebration. Schools interested in registering should visit www.walkbiketoschool.org.
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