School Wellness Initiative
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The mission of the District is to prepare all students for success in college, career and life. The District recognizes that schools play a critical role in creating a healthy environment for the prevention of childhood obesity and combating problems associated with poor nutrition and lack of physical activity. The School Wellness Policy encourages all members of the District and community to maintain an environment that enhances maximum student intellectual, social, emotional and physical potential (collectively, “Wellness”).
Meet Our Team
The Wellness Committee was created based on the Nebraska Department of Education’s Whole Child Model.
Nutrition Services:
Social Emotional Learning: Abigail Schmidt
Environmental//Safety: Dave Fannon
School Safety: Don Morrison
Physical Education: Cody Shelvin
Mental Health: Jenn Walker
Health Services: Lori Bouda
Family Engagement: Crystal Boyd
Community Involvement: Michelle Merrill
Employee Wellness: Danielle Cafaro
21st Century Community Learning Center: Megan Addison
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Wellness Policy Goals
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Physical Activity:
The primary goals are to offer opportunities for students to experience various physical activities and to educate the value of a consistent fitness program for better health, academic success, and general social-emotional well-being. Schools will promote opportunities for physical activity throughout the school day and during after-school programs. Physical activity, health, and fitness education are incorporated throughout a student’s K-12 educational program.
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Nutrition Education/Promotion:
The primary goal of nutrition education is to influence students’ eating behaviors. Schools will promote nutrition education throughout a student’s K-12 educational program. Nutrition education is incorporated into a variety of curriculum areas. These curriculum experiences provide the knowledge and skills necessary to make healthy food choices for a lifetime.
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For questions or more information, please contact the Omaha Public Schools Employee Navigator, Ciera Mosley, ciera.mosley@ops.org 531-299-9791. If you are interested in providing feedback, please use the link provided: Feedback Form.
