International Walk to School Day

  Q. Taking ideas from the notes below, write as short speech in about 120 words to be delivered in the morning assembly of your school on “International Walk to School Day”. 

Origin: 1994 (Hartfordshire, UK) - Aims: to promote healthy habits, to conserve environment, to ensure safer and improved streets, to reduce traffic congestion and traffic speed in schools - Observed in over 40 countries, including India - Participants: school children, teachers, parents and community leaders-Variations: Walk to School Week, Walk to School Month - Appeal to Principal to observe this day in school [BBC Compacta Class VII]

1. Respected Principal, teachers, and my fellow students.

Today, on International Walk to School Day, we have the opportunity to do something great for ourselves and for our environment. This day, which originated in the UK in 1994, aims to promote healthy habits, conserve the environment, ensure safer streets, reduce traffic congestion, and improve the safety of our school surroundings. It is observed in over 40 countries, including India, and involves the participation of school children, teachers, parents, and community leaders. There are variations such as Walk to School Week and Walk to School Month, but today we appeal to our Principal to observe this day in our school. Let's take a step towards a healthier and greener future by walking to school and taking part in this important international initiative.

Thank you. 

2. Good morning everyone, Today, on International Walk to School Day, let's take a step towards promoting healthy habits, conserving the environment, and ensuring safer streets. The origin of this day dates back to 1994 in the UK and it is now observed in over 40 countries, including India. By walking to school, we can reduce traffic congestion, traffic speed, and improve the overall well-being of our community. I urge all students, teachers, parents, and community leaders to participate in this initiative. Let's make a conscious effort to walk to school not only today but every day. It's not just about one day, but about forming a healthy habit that will have a positive impact on our environment and our lives. I appeal to our Principal to officially observe this day in our school and encourage everyone to participate. Let's take a step in the right direction, quite literally, and make a difference. 

Thank you. 

3. Good morning everyone,

I stand before you today to talk about an important event that we should all participate in - the International Walk to School Day. Originating in 1994, this day aims to promote healthy habits, conserve the environment, and ensure safer streets for all. By reducing traffic congestion and traffic speed near our schools, we can create a safer and improved environment for everyone.

This day is observed in over 40 countries, including our own India. School children, teachers, parents, and community leaders all come together to participate in this event. We can take it a step further by observing Walk to School Week or Walk to School Month. Imagine the positive impact we can have on our health, environment, and traffic situation by choosing to walk to school.

I urge all of you to support this cause and appeal to our principal to observe the International Walk to School Day in our school. Let's take a step towards a healthier and safer future by embracing this simple yet impactful initiative.

Thank you. 

4. Good morning, everyone!

I stand before you today to talk about an important event that we should all take part in. It's called "International Walk to School Day". This event has been observed since 1994, when it originated in Hartfordshire, UK. The main aim of this initiative is to promote healthy habits among students, conserve the environment, ensure safer and improved streets, reduce traffic congestion, and regulate traffic speed near schools.

It's great to know that this day is now observed in over 40 countries, including our own, India. On this day, school children, teachers, parents, and community leaders all come together to walk to school. It is a wonderful opportunity for us to leave our vehicles at home and embrace the healthier option of walking.

"International Walk to School Day" is not limited to just one day. There are variations such as "Walk to School Week" and "Walk to School Month", which allow for an extended period of promoting the benefits of walking to school regularly. By participating in these events, we can encourage our peers to adopt this healthy habit for a longer duration.

I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to our Principal to observe this day in our school. By doing so, we can have a positive impact on our school community and the surrounding environment. Walking to school not only benefits our physical health but also helps reduce air pollution and traffic congestion around the school premises. It will also make our streets safer for everyone.

As students, we can actively participate by organizing awareness campaigns, distributing pamphlets, and involving our parents and community leaders in spreading the message. This event provides a chance for us to come together as a school and contribute to the greater cause of creating a healthier and safer environment for everyone.

In conclusion, "International Walk to School Day" is an excellent opportunity for us to promote healthy habits, conserve the environment, ensure safer streets, reduce traffic congestion, and regulate traffic speed near our school. Let us all make an effort to actively participate in this event and encourage our peers to do the same. By observing this day, we can make a positive impact on our school community and the world around us.

Thank you for listening, and let us all embrace the joy of walking to school! 

5. Good morning everyone, I hope you're all feeling energized and ready for another great day of learning. Today, I want to talk to you about an important event that is celebrated worldwide - International Walk to School Day. This special day originated in 1994 in Hartfordshire, UK, with the aim of promoting healthy habits, conserving the environment, ensuring safer streets, reducing traffic congestion, and improving traffic speed around schools. It has now spread to over 40 countries, including our very own...