Schools Blog

It's snack time! Jackson County Schools holds student chef competition

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:50:00 GMT

Children consume more than 1/4 of their daily calories from snacks. That’s why it’s great to see schools across the state encouraging more healthy choices at snacktime–and some, like Jackson County Schools, are livening things up with some healthy competition!

School Grants for Healthy Kids: Apply by May 5th!

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 20:43:00 GMT

Action for Healthy Kids is seeking schools to apply for nutrition grants for the 2012-2013 school year, and has committed to funding a minimum of 20 schools in North Carolina. Read more for helpful tips and application steps for a successful grant application!

Tags: Action for Healthy Kids,school obesity prevention grants,school grants,school nutrition grants

Category: School Wellness

Category: Students

Dana Elementary's Healthy Birthday Celebrations

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 18:57:00 GMT

For some, it may be hard to imagine a birthday or classroom celebration without sweets. Dana Elementary in Henderson County is challenging that notion. Read how they're celebrating birthdays in healthy, fun (and student-approved) ways, and see a list of ideas for alternatives to food rewards!

Franklin Elementary uses Skype to broadcast live Fit Moment to Student Body

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 19:26:00 GMT

At 9 o’clock in the morning, teachers often face a class full of sleepy students. At Franklin Elementary, however, students get up out of their desks and move every morning for a Fit Moment. The amazing thing is - each Fit Moment is broadcast to all classrooms via Skype from the school gym!

Tags: classroom physical activity,student wellness,fit moment,energizer,classroom exercise,childhood obesity,exercise in the classroom

Category: Students

How to Move to Zone Yellow

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:35:00 GMT

Congrats to the 22 schools and districts who have reached Zone Green! Read more on how your school or district can get to Zone Yellow - a step towards the $1000 Zone Health Award!

Tags: zone yellow,zone health award,school wellness,zone health award

Category: School Wellness

JETS Time: Jordan Matthews High School Makes Time for Wellness

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:04:00 GMT

Most North Carolina high school students satisfy their 1-hour Healthful Living and Physical Education requirement during ninth grade. Once this credit is earned, few students have the opportunity to focus on wellness during the school day. Jordan Matthews High School has addressed this issue by creating “JETS Time,” a daily enrichment period that includes opportunities for academic remediation, physical activity, and club interests.

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Category: Physical Activity

Category: School Wellness

State Engagement Event: Celebrating School Wellness Successes

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:40:00 GMT

On Thursday, February 2, the Alliance for a Healthier Generation and Be Active NC hosted a state engagement event to celebrate the successes of NC schools in wellness and brainstorm for continued progress.

Tags: north carolina healthy schools,school wellness celebration,school wellness awards,student obesity prevention

Category: School Wellness

The Skinny on New USDA School Lunch Standards

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:35:00 GMT

Read more for a summary of the new USDA School Lunch Standards, resources from the NC Department of Public Instruction, and steps to make these changes in your school or district!

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Category: School Wellness

Category: Students

Required Local Wellness Policy Changes in the 2010 Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:01:00 GMT

The 2010 Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act requires several revisions to all Local Wellness Policies in the United States. We want all of you to be aware of these changes, as well as the benefits that USDA will be offering schools thanks to the new law. Read more for details, and let us know if you have any questions about how to implement these changes successfully.

Tags: local wellness policy,healthy hunger free kids,local wellness policy revisions,USDA nutrition standards,communicating local wellness policy

Category: School Wellness

Category: Staff

Category: Students

Hope Valley Elementary Family Marathon

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:04:00 GMT

Hope Valley Elementary promotes community wellness with the Second Annual Family Marathon. Read more to find out details on the event and get inspired to organize a similar event at your school!

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Category: Physical Activity

Category: School Wellness