VIDEO: Rain Didn't Ruin Walk to School Day

It’s a constant message that we hear from many elected officials and media outlets: childhood and teenage obesity rates are on the rise, largely due to a .

International Walk to School Day sought to combat this pervasive problem by encouraging all students to walk to school—a simple, pragmatic way to get physical exercise daily.

San Mateo County Supervisor Rose Jacobs Gibson arrived at with the walking school bus in an effort to encourage more walking amongst students. She said that only 20 percent of students now walk, compared to 60 percent just ## years ago.

Parent volunteers were also passing out orange slices to encourage healthier eating habits.

Hoover was the winner last year in the wide competition for the most walking students, so we’ll see if they can hold onto this title!