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At the June 21st School Board meeting, a Division Wide Wellness Policy was approved for the beginning of the 2006-07 school year. The School Board approved the policy and wellness plan in response to a federal requirement that is based on the rising concern of obesity and student wellness. The content of the new Wellness Plan includes nutrition and physical activity guidelines, nutrition education goals, and staff wellness initiatives. All schools and central departments will be working towards the implementation of this plan over the next three years.

9-5-2-1-0 for Health!

The Northern Virginia Healthy Kids Coalition is a vehicle for turning community concerns into community action for improving children's health and obesity issues. The Coalition has developed a simple but important message for health which is beneficial for all children called 9-5-2-1-0 for Health! Visit the new Tipping the Scales website for information that will help to further understand the ramifications of youth obesity and the 9-5-2-1-0 message.

MISSION STATEMENT
Provide all students with the skills and knowledge to live healthy lifestyles.
VISION STATEMENT
Develop Active, Healthy, Achieving Students.
NEWS
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY WELLNESS PLAN
At the June 21st School Board meeting, a Division Wide Wellness Policy was approved for the beginning of the 2006-07 school year. The School Board approved the policy and wellness plan in response to a federal requirement that is based on the rising concern of obesity and student wellness. The content of the new Wellness Plan includes nutrition and physical activity guidelines, nutrition education goals, and staff wellness initiatives. All schools and central departments will be working towards the implementation of this plan over the next three years. Click here to view the Wellness Plan Click here to view Policy 275 Click here to view Regulation 275.1 9-5-2-1-0 for Health! The Northern Virginia Healthy Kids Coalition is a vehicle for turning community concerns into community action for improving children's health and obesity issues. The Coalition has developed a simple but important message for health which is beneficial for all children called 9-5-2-1-0 for Health! Visit the new Tipping the Scales website for information that will help to further understand the ramifications of youth obesity and the 9-5-2-1-0 message.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
The Governor's Nutrition and Physical Activity Award Program promotes health and wellness in Virginia's public schools by encouraging good nutrition and increased physical activity. Schools earn either a bronze, silver, or gold award for best practices that promote healthy lifestyles while combating childhood obesity, hypertension, and other preventable diseases. This interactive scorecard allows schools to measure their progress and receive recognition for their success in meeting the goals of the Governor's Healthy Virginians initiative. ACTION BASED LEARNING LAB is an elementary program designed for Kindergarten and First grade students to develop learning skills while being physically active. Click here for video explaining the benefits of the program.
STAFF
Fred Milbert Supervisor of Health, Physical Education, Driver Education, JROTC, and Athletics 703.791.7353 Beth King Health and Physical Education Specialist 703-791-8042
Updated 11.10.09