What Makes Quality Physical Education (Part 3 of 3)
July 23, 2013
With access to physical education shrinking, and the waistlines of our children growing, educators and communities will need to make sure that the activity K-12 students get gives them the best return. To tease out hallmarks of quality, we turned to Paul Rosengard of SPARK.Part 3 of 3
Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program Brings Healthier Options to Schools
July 18, 2013
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) got a boost this week, thanks to some additional funding that will help to make fresh fruits and veggies more available to schools across the country.
What Makes Quality Physical Education (Part 2 of 3)
July 17, 2013
With access to physical education (PE) shrinking, and the waistlines of our children growing, educators and communities will need to make sure that the activity K-12 students get gives them the best return.
Why Summer Matters to Children’s Health and Wellness
July 11, 2013
KP supports healthy communities by helping to ensure that children enjoy a healthy summer. Summer can be an unhealthy time for students physically and academically. Fortunately, there are solutions to prevent summer learning loss and protect children’s health during summer months.
What Makes Quality Physical Education (Part 1 of 3)
July 10, 2013
With access to physical education (PE) shrinking, and the waistlines of our children growing, educators and communities will need to make sure that the activity K-12 students get gives them the best return. To tease out hallmarks of quality, we turned to Paul Rosengard of SPARK.
National School-Based Health Care Convention Makes Strides in Redefining Health for Kids and Teens
July 2, 2013
This year’s school-based health convention highlighted the extent to which school-based health care is itself transforming alongside an evolving health care system.
Report: More than 80 Percent of Food Brought to School is Unhealthy
June 27, 2013
A recent report from the Institute of Medicine described schools as the “heart of health” and identified school-based interventions – policies that change food environments in schools – as one of the most promising ways to prevent childhood obesity.
No More Slacking in the Snacking
June 26, 2013
To encourage healthy behavior, the Healthy School Council developed the South Mesa Healthy Snacks List.