Our District has a Wellness Policy focused on improving the health of students. The policy was developed by the health and wellness advisory council that includes teachers, parents, administrators, and the district nurse.
Sharing the Message of Wellness
One of our goals is to share the message of nutrition and wellness through our department's web site that emphasizes the importance of nutrition and fitness. Our site provides information on nutrition and fitness for teachers, parents, and students, as well as a variety of learning tools.
Key Areas of our Wellness Policy
Balance is essential for any wellness policy. Key areas include:
- Nutrition Education
- Nutrition Standards for School Nutrition
- Nutrition Standards for Competitive and Other Food and Beverages
- Physical activity
- Wellness Promotion and Marketing
- Other school-based activities that are designed to promote student wellness.
Nutrition is for Everyone
Proper nutrition in the school age years can reinforce lifelong eating habits that contribute to a student's overall well being. This will help them to grow and learn to their fullest potential... and then go on to lead a long healthy life.
Nutrition for Students is Fun!
Your body needs nutritious foods to grow and stay healthy, so make sure you take care of your body by eating the right food and getting plenty of exercise. Whether you are grabbing breakfast before school or choosing a snack after sports practice, now is time to start learning to make healthy choices. Your body and brain need healthy fuel to perform, to learn, to grow, and to ward off illness and disease. You will look better, feel better and do better in school and at play.
Develop the healthy eating habits today that will last a lifetime. Eat a balanced diet from each of the 5 food groups everyday... Grains, Vegetables, Fruits, Milk and Meat & Beans... and go light on the junk!
Our wellness committee meeting annually. If you are interested in being involved or provide feedback to our wellness policy, feel free to reach our to our central office wellness contact.
For additional information on our district wellness policy or triennial wellness assessment please contact:
Sharon Sanders MS, RDN, LD
Child Nutrition Director
