Congratualtions

Walk to School Month is over for another year. 

Firstly, thank you to all the students, parents, teachers and principals that supported Walk to School 2019.

Secondly, Here is 2019 by the numbers...

100% Gannawarra School Involvement

2400 'Walk to School' stickers given to students 
700+ Bookmarks given out to every student

300+ Colouring in Sheets entered in the colouring competition (so far!)

250 Frisbees and handballs given away to encourage healthy lifestyles

18+ Partner Agencies (VicHealth, Victoria Police, headspace, Northern District Community Health, AFL Central Murray, Mallee Sports Assembly, Swan Hill District Health, Swan Hill Rural City Council, Local Schools)

3 Core health messages presented to all schools (Eat Healthy, Sleep and Exercise)

We are so proud by our efforts to encourage healthy lifestyles and active travel across the Gannawarra Shire.

Lastly, although Walk to School month is over, don't stop walking to school and being active! 

One More Week

Although Walk to School Month officially ends at the end of this week, it doesn't mean you should stop walking, riding or scooting to and from school. It's a great way to reach the 60 minutes of active time recommended for children.

As it gets hotter make sure you're....

- Wearing a hat
- Wearing sunscreen
- Drinking water
- Not spending too much time in the heat.

Keep cool, keep safe and enjoy being active!

Walk to School Tips!

Walk to School is a great way for kids to exercise, making them healthier and happier. It's a great opportunity for young people to build confidence and life skills and can be an opportunity for everyone to spend some quality family time together. Here are some tips to ensure that children are safe while walking to school!

Stay Safe, have fun and enjoy walking to school!

Walk to School 2019

It's Walk to School time again!

Later on this month, we will launch the Walk to School program for 2019. This year we have some great new additions that we can't wait to tell you about!

You will start to see Walk to School posters, signs and footpath decals pop up around our community. Calenders will be delivered to schools all in time for Walk to School to begin early next month.

Start stretching your legs, it's spring and almost time to get going!

Walk to School is a VicHealth initiative. For more information go to: https://www.walktoschool.vic.gov.au/