Team Up for the Whole Child

Building Your Healthy School Community

Bring your team for a free interactive day full of opportunity to learn how to build a healthy school community customized to your school needs.

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Two dates and locations to choose from:

Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019, at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM; Includes Virtual Dairy Farm Tour

Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019, at Frederick Meijer Garden & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM; Optional Dairy Farm Tour at a local Michigan dairy farm 1:00 – 4:00 PM

Take action for your school:

Why is school wellness important and what are we trying to change?
Dig into your current school environment and discover opportunities within your community.
Network with others and establish tools to build your healthy school.
Develop a personalized plan of action for your school.

Who to bring:

Decision Maker
Principal, Assistant Principal, Superintendent, School Board Member, Curriculum Director, Athletic Director

Influencer
PE, Health or other Classroom Teacher, School Nutrition Director, Lead Cook, Wellness Coordinator

Supporter
Parent, Coach, School Nurse, School Counselor, Office Staff, Community Member, MSU Extension Educator, Librarian, Recess Monitor

If your school sends a Decision Maker, Influencer and Supporter, you will be eligible to win grant funds to support your school’s wellness initiatives.

SCECHs for educators – pending

Before attending:

School teams will be asked to complete a school wellness survey to assess your current school environment and discover areas you want to improve. An email will be sent with the link.