PAGOSA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY ARCHULETA COUNTY 50 JT
PLACE BRIDGE ACADEMY DENVER COUNTY 1
PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY THOMPSON R2-J
SHEPARDSON ELEMENTARY POUDRE R-1
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PAGOSA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY ARCHULETA COUNTY 50 JT
Partners from biking , snowshoeing , skiing and other outdoor-based businesses supported Pagosa Springs Elementary School ’ s wellness program . “ Safe Routes to School ” developed single-track trails and new sidewalks throughout the community along with a “ Walk to School Wednesdays Walking School Bus ” program . Transportation was provided for field trips to organic gardens , greenhouses and growing domes where students learned about proper nutrition choices .
“ The school provides many programs for students to participate in building healthy lifestyles . I believe that along with the wonderful opportunities offered , the school staff are at the core of what creates a healthy school culture .” ~ CATCH Afterschool Program
PLACE BRIDGE ACADEMY DENVER COUNTY 1
School leadership developed clear expectations for student behavior that are communicated to students and staff consistently through the Place Bridge Academy “ BRIDGE ” matrix . The document describes appropriate “ BRIDGE ” behaviors ( Belonging , Respect , Integrity , Diversity , Generosity , Effort ) in all areas of the school including classrooms , hallways , restrooms , playgrounds , the library , the auditorium and the cafeteria .
PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY THOMPSON R2-J
The Ponderosa Elementary School wellness team includes some unique members — twenty-five fifth grade students that served as healthy school coaches throughout the year , and attended meetings periodically . The student coaches promoted and encouraged both students and staff participation in a 5210 Challenge , assisted in making a “ Schools on the Move ” video , and were role models for leading a healthy lifestyle .
SHEPARDSON ELEMENTARY POUDRE R-1
Shepardson used both formal and informal data gathering to determine how to best meet the wellness needs of the school community . Data sources included Smart Source , SWIS behavioral data reports , and the counseling program ’ s student survey . Based on results and student voice , next year ’ s activities will focus on health standards , healthy foods , and wellness team membership .
“ In 4th grade we were in charge of making Wellness Wednesday videos that were played on our announcements for the whole school . This allowed students to get up and move at the beginning of each Wednesday , as well as teach them ways to stay active during their day . They were fun and easy activities that allowed each student to participate .” ~ Student