Walk Bike And Roll To School Day Highlights In Cedar City

Students across Iron County will lace up their shoes, strap on helmets, and grab their scooters for the annual Walk, Bike and Roll to School Day on Wednesday, October 8. The event is part of a nationwide effort encouraging students and families to use active and environmentally friendly ways to get to school while promoting safety, health, and community spirit.

Shauna Lund, Communications Director for the Iron County School District was with us on the Big Picture Morning Show on KSUB. She Told us the event has been going on for some time. “For the last three years, we've been doing this here in Cedar City. This was an effort put on by the city to get kids out to be more active. So, we're asking you to walk or ride your bike, or whatever means of transportation – scooters, etc – so you can get to school,” Lund said.

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Schools throughout the Iron County School District are participating. Many schools organize “walking school buses” or bike trains, where students travel together along safe, supervised routes. These activities help reduce traffic congestion around school zones while teaching road safety and independence.

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“We have one school I know in particular, that not only are they doing the Walk, Bike and Roll to School day, but they're doing an assembly to talk about safety and then they're doing a bike rodeo later in the afternoon,” Lund told us.

Local law enforcement and city officials will assist with crossing areas and safety education, reminding drivers to stay alert and share the road with young pedestrians and cyclists. Some schools also provide reflective gear, helmet fittings, or small incentives for participants.

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Beyond promoting physical activity, Walk, Bike and Roll to School Day highlights the importance of sustainable transportation. Cedar City and surrounding communities continue to support initiatives that reduce air pollution and traffic while encouraging healthy daily habits among students.

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The event offers more than just a fun start to the school day—it builds lasting connections. Families who walk or ride together often find it’s a great time to talk, enjoy the outdoors, and arrive at school energized and ready to learn.

Iron County’s Walk, Bike and Roll to School Day serves as a reminder that small steps—literally—can make a big difference for health, safety, and community well-being.