Thriving Schools News Blog

Using a small grant from Kaiser Permanente Thriving Schools, staff from Laupāhoehoe Community Public Charter School sought to build a multipronged wellness system with a strong emphasis on mental health.

This new resource provides a roadmap for unions and school district administrators at all levels to work together to build successful employee well-being initiatives.

Thoughts and tips on healthy choices from Kim Newell, MD, Kaiser Permanente pediatrician

More than 300 Bay Area students got a taste of life as a health care professional during a day of hands-on simulations at Kaiser Permanente’s Garfield Innovation Center.

“Together, we can improve access to drinking water in schools, use local school wellness policies to improve water quality, educate families, help people pledge to drink water instead of sugary beverages and much more."

Depression touches people of all ages, but teens are especially vulnerable, and the presence of a caring parent or teacher can make a big difference for a teen who is struggling.

May is National Bike Month, and a great time to celebrate the many benefits of safely riding around on two wheels.

A well-equipped, inviting staff and teacher lounge is a place to unwind and refresh. Lower stress levels can help staff remain healthy and engaged, and perform at their best. A recent look at staff break-room makeovers found that they can come with big benefits that school staff appreciate.

The #WellnessWins campaign aims to highlight the success achieved by school districts in implementing healthier policies and practices. Effective school wellness policies are the building blocks for healthy school environments.