Student Wellness
- Student Wellness Home and District 6 Wellness Policy
- Why School Wellness
- Annual Wellness Report
- Wellness Events, Programs, and Resources
- Student Wellness Teams
- Awards and Recognition
- Student Health Advisory Council (SHAC)
- Virtual Culinary Classroom Videos
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The District 6 Wellness Policy supports opportunities for healthy, active recess time. Recess is important for not only wellness but also academic achievement. Below is the district's Make Recess Matter manual. It contains a variety of useful information to improve recess in schools. Topics and resources in the manual include:
- The benefits of recess
- How to improve student participation
- A recess interest survey for elementary students
- A listing of popular recess activities and ideas
- How to put together a recess kit
- Ideas for fun blacktop games
- And additional online resources available
Download the Make Recess Matter manual here: Make Recess Matter Manual
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Alternatives to Withholding Physical Activity and Recess
The District 6 Wellness Policy supports the goal of increasing physical activity for our students to support academic success. Withholding recess and other physical activity opportunities as a form of discipline is not allowed within the district. Below are some resources to assist with implementing this requirement.
Resources to Assist Teachers