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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-03 Declaring May 1-7 as National Physical Education and Sport Week and the Month of May as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month6 TOWN Of VAIL A Proclamation No. 3, Series of 2014 A Proclamation Declaring National Physical Education and Sport Week from May 1-7 and May as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month Whereas, the Town of Vail along with the Colorado Governor's Council for Active and Healthy Lifestyles recommends this special week focuses on the value of physical education and activity in the lives of children and adults; Whereas, this year's theme is "Let's Shape America through Dance!"; Whereas, regular physical activity is necessary to support normal and healthy growth in children; Whereas, research shows that fit and active children are more likely to thrive academically; Whereas, participation in sports and physical activity improves self-esteem and body image in children and adults; Whereas, the Colorado Governor's Council for active and healthy lifestyles goals are to promote and support events and programs that encourage physical fitness and educate citizens on the lifelong benefits of an active, healthy lifestyle. Now, therefore, be it resolved this 6th day of May 2014 the Vail Town Council joins the Colorado Governor's Council in proclaiming National Physical Education and Sport Week as May 1-7 and May as National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. The Vail Town Council encourages parents and teachers to help children explore a wide variety of physical activities to determine what they like and encourage them to participate in those activities on a regular basis. The physical activity-inspired week begins the physical fitness and sports inspired month to renew their commitment to make regular physical activity a part of their lives and quality physical education programs a part of this community's schools. Town a', Colorado n ew P. Daly, or Atte SEAL Patty a ny, To I rk cQ ORA