La Pine Elementary School will host a Walk & Roll Challenge next week to inspire students and families to walk, bike or otherwise roll to and from school during this spring weather. The event will take place on June 2, 4 and 6, with designated gathering spots near the school where families can start and end each day.

“Even a few minutes of physical activity before school helps prepare students for learning by increasing their attention span and improving classroom behaviors,” said Michelle Rhoads, active transportation coordinator for Bend-La Pine Schools. “Walking and rolling to school also helps students learn life-long healthy habits.”

Participating students will receive cool memorabilia, like reflective stickers, comic books, coloring sheets, and bookmarks. They also can sign up for

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