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W.O.W. – Working on Wellness. What is Wellness?. Wellness is defined as being in a state or condition of good physical and mental health. Did You Know?. In 2007, the federal government passed a law requiring all public schools in the United States to have an “official” wellness policy.
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What is Wellness? • Wellness is defined as being in a state or condition of good physical and mental health.
Did You Know? • In 2007, the federal government passed a law requiring all public schools in the United States to have an “official” wellness policy. • Have you ever seen this document? Have other teachers in your district seen it? • Who is policing your wellness policy?
Related Standards • Physical Education TEKS 3: Physical activity and health. The student exhibits a health enhancing, physically-active lifestyle that improves health and provides opportunities for enjoyment and challenge. • NASPE Standard 6: Values physical activity for health, enjoyment, challenge, self expression, and/or social interaction.
Great Ways to Get Started • Get Active. Get Fit.(Oct. – Nov. 2013) • Let’s Move! Active Schools • National Sport and Physical Education Week(May 1-7, 2013) • Jam World Record (Sept. 23, 2013) • International Walk to School Day (Oct. 3, 2013)
Nutrition Programming • WOW announcements • Fuel Up to Play 60 Grant/ Resources • ChooseMyPlate.gov
Physical Activity Ideas • Running or Walking Clubs • Fitness Clubs • Jump Rope Demonstration Teams • Step Teams • Dance Clubs
Physical Fitness for the Community • Fun Runs • Family Fun and Fitness Nights • Bike Rodeos • Amazing Race
Physical Activity for the Classroom • Just Dance!! • Brain Breaks • Fit Families of America (FFAME)
Sharing Messages through Video • National Sport and PE Week • Jam World Record
Contact Info • Chad Triolet • ctriolet@gmail.com • www.PErocks.com • www.noodlegames.net