Wellness at POP
Caring for our physical and emotional health.
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Current Wellness practices at Prince of Peace include:
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Cafeteria segments on POP news
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Daily extra recess for middle school students
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Daily schoolwide brain breaks
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6th grade relay and squat activities as they switch classrooms
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Sensory walk/break for students needing to redirect their attention
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Schoolwide field day competition in May
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SW Dairy farmer presentation in November
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American Heart Association fundraiser in Spring
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Nursing student led presentations for students
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Nurse-led healthy practices hands-on education
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Kdg and 1st grade - handwashing presentations
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1st Grade - staying healthy presentation
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2nd Grade - flu/cold and staying healthy presentation
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POP news - flu/cold and how to stay healthy
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Posters on nurse's door with healthy habits
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Wellness policy implementation plans and current discussions beyond this current school year:
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Counselor shared idea of wanting to start a walking/running club after school, similar to one at her former school. The group would be open to students, parents and parish members.
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Food service mentioned having a weekly/monthly nutrition trivia question between classrooms to promote nutrition education
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Healthy recipes featured in monthly school newsletter
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Health and wellness screening for staff
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Find parent or parishioner who can lead after school/evening adult activities in gym
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Use parent professionals (dentists, etc.) to provide/promote wellness education for students