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Middletown Schools To Take Part In 'Walk To School Day' Wednesday
The Gaudet, Aquidneck and Forest Avenue schools are among dozens in Rhode Island where students are encouraged to walk or bike to school instead of taking the bus on Wednesday.
Three Middletown schools are among about 40 schools in Rhode Island that are scheduled to participate in the International Walk to School campaign on Oct. 5, which has been coordinated by the Audubon Society of Rhode Island. Gaudet Middle School, Forest Avenue Elementary School and the Aquidneck Avenue Elementary School are scheduled to take part in the effort.
According to the International Walk to School website, the effort began in Chicago, IL, in 1997, inspired by a similar effort in England. By 2002, groups in all 50 states were participating in the campaign.
Concerns about childhood obesity, the environment, and neigborhood safety are among the reasons that communities participate in the event. Follow the links above for more information.
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