Deadline: 30-Jun-22
The Building Healthy Communities’ is seeking applications for its Step Up for School Wellness Program, an innovative school-based program focused on creating and sustaining a healthier school environment and building a culture of wellness that supports physical activity, healthier food choices, mental health, and overall well-being.
Goals
Creating healthier environments can lead to the development of lifelong healthy behaviors that reduce the incidence of obesity and undernourishment, combat absenteeism, address trauma, and nurture a more productive teaching and learning atmosphere. The program’s five step model translates into program goals that drive impacts focused on improved knowledge, attitudes and behaviors.
- Empower students to be more physically active every day.
- Empower students to make healthy choices that include fruit, vegetables, low-fat dairy, whole grains and lean protein every day.
- Empower students to learn and practice social and emotional skills.
- Engage staff in activities and educational opportunities that support personal growth and school policies and practices around social and emotional learning.
- Empower staff to explore and implement well-being initiatives that support a culture of wellness at school for all employees.
- Encourage staff to make changes in policies, systems, and environments that support the well-being of students and staff.
Focus Areas
- Physical Activity and Physical Education Resources
- Healthy Eating and Nutrition Education Resources
- Well-Being Resources
Eligibility Criteria
- All Michigan public, charter, or private non-profit schools in Michigan, serving any grade level K-12, can apply each year.
- They encourage each school building in your district to complete an application.
What Can My School Apply For?
- Customize the program during the application process by completing only the resource sections your school needs and is ready to implement.
- Choose from more than 15 resources focused on moving more, eating healthy, and improving mental health and overall well-being.
For more information, visit https://buildinghealthycommunities.arewehealthy.com/