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Take Part in the Annual SJASD ‘Wheel” Challenge

May 18, 2023

WheelChallenge_Instagram_smaller.pngBack by popular demand, SJASD is inviting students to take part in the third annual “Wheel" Challenge.

The event takes place from May 19 to June 12, 2023, and encourages children and youth to cycle, roller-skate, rollerblade, scooter, skateboard, use a wheelchair, or any other form of wheels to get active and have fun.

Contestants complete a nine-squared bingo card with different challenges and then submit it for a chance to win a bike from local retailer White Pine Bicycle Co.

J.J. Ross, SJASD's Physical Education and Health Education Coordinator, says the event started in 2021 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic when families were stuck inside and couldn't even cycle with anyone outside their immediate family. Since then, it has become a highly anticipated annual event with hundreds of students participating each year.

“This event has really taken off. People are really excited to get out there and get active."

collage_2022_bikechallenge.jpgLast year, Morgan (Athlone School), Hannah (Golden Gate Middle School) and Hunter (Jameswood Alternative School) won for Early Years, Middle Years and Senior Years categories respectively, and had a blast collecting their brand-new bikes in June just in time for the summer riding season.

While only three students can win each year, Mr. Ross. says it's really about wellness and getting active.

"The true goal of the SJASD Wheel Challenge is to encourage students and families to ride. Getting our and moving compliments so many things in our physical education programs."

The official draw will take place after June 12.

Good luck to all the challenge goers!


Challenge Instructions

  1. Download the Bingo Card or obtain a paper copy from your school teacher or office.
  2. Fill out the card with your full name, grade, school and sign it.
  3. Complete the Bingo activities on the sheet.
  4. Before June 12, 2023, hand your bingo card back to your school OR submit it virtually here: https://bit.ly/3nDAJAq (use your SJASD student account, which is the same as your Teams login and email account).


Important Safety Information

Please note, the SJASD 'Wheel Challenge' is an optional opportunity and independent of the school day. As such, parents and guardians assume the responsibility for supervision and supporting their child(ren) in this opportunity.

When wheeling parents and students please remember:

  • We encourage you to get a basic inspection of equipment.
  • Ensure items are roadworthy, safe and the right size for your child.
  • Wear a proper fitting helmet.
  • Use proper safety gear including knee pads elbow pads and wrist guards where necessary.
  • Obey all traffic rules and signals.
  • It's always best to wheel with your household.

For more safety information visit MPI​.

 

Other Key Resources

Any questions? contact J.J. Ross via email or call 204 837-5886 ext 2106.

 



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