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.
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