Georgetown ISD elementary students are encouraged to walk or ride their bikes to school Oct. 8.

The district will celebrate its annual Walk and Roll to School event in partnership with the city of Georgetown .

The gist

GISD elementary students may walk, bike or ride their scooters to school alongside children across the United States for the international Walk and Roll to School Day on Oct. 8. In Georgetown, district employees and Georgetown police and fire department staff will greet families and promote safety in GISD school zones.

The event is intended to increase physical activity for students, improve the environment and reduce traffic congestion, according to GISD information.

The background

The 29th annual National Walk and Roll to School Day is an initiative spearh

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