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Germs can spread quickly in schools. If your child is sick with a cough, fever, sore throat, vomiting, or diarrhea, they should stay home from school to avoid spreading germs that can make others sick. If your child has symptoms of #COVID19, such as fever, cough, or runny nose, get them tested as soon as you can. Consult their doctor if you have questions. #CDC #PublicHealth #Coronavirus

School nurses make a big difference in student health & academic achievement. They also help save money by preventing costly emergency room visits & parents from missing time at work to care for sick children. However, many schools across the United States do not have at least one full-time registered nurse. Tap the link to learn more about the important role school nurses & other health services staff play in the health & wellness of students.

School Administrators: School dental sealant programs are an effective way to reach millions of children and help prevent cavities. Ensuring students have these oral health services in school is important to help them stay healthy and ready to learn. Tap the link to learn five ways your school can help prevent cavities in students.

Health and Academics

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Educators: We have tools you can use to help students thrive this school year. These classroom management tips can help you create positive classroom environments that strengthen school connectedness. Tap the link to learn more. #HealthyYouth

Teachers: The new BAM! Body and Mind Classroom Resources has information and resources for grades 4-8.

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School connectedness reflects students’ belief that peers and adults in their school support, value, and care about their well-being and academic progress. Schools can promote school connectedness by providing more opportunities for students to be physically active during school. Visit the CDC Healthy Schools website for strategies to include more physical activity into the school day. #SchoolConnectedness #MentalHealth #WellBeing #Teachers #SchoolDistricts

Research shows that school connectedness boosts students’ mental health and may have positive, long-lasting effects on their physical health & education. Schools can promote connectedness by incorporating activities like physical education, school meal programs, and health services for chronic health conditions. Schools can use CDC’s Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model for policies & practices that will improve school connectedness for better student health and well-being.

Giving students time, attention, and emotional support can improve their engagement and learning in school. To best support student learning, school leaders can create a supportive school environment that promotes connectedness. Visit the CDC Healthy Schools website to learn more. #SchoolConnectedness

Youth Connectedness at School

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Principal Molly shares ideas to find balance in the classroom and in life. It only takes one person to start a School Employee Wellness Program. #MentalWellnessMonth #SchoolEmployeeWellness #CDCHealthySchools #TeacherWellness #SchoolStaffWellness #EducatorWellness #MentalHealthinEducation #WellnessWednesday #HealthyTeachers #TeacherSelfCare #SchoolWellbeing #SelfCareForEducators

School Employee Wellness

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Research shows that students who eat healthy foods, are physically active, and manage their chronic health conditions perform better in school. Tap the link to learn more. #CDCHealthySchools #PhysicalActivity #PhysicalEducation #Exercise #PE #PEClass #HealthAndWellness #health #movement #wellness #wellbeing #ChildHealth #TeenHealth #HealthyKids #kids #student #school #SchoolMeals #HealthyMeals #HealthySnacks

DYK? Schools can implement policies and practices to offer nutritious and appealing foods and beverages, give consistent and accurate messages about good nutrition, and educate students on how to make healthy choices. Tap the link to learn more. #CDCHealthySchools #HealthAndWellness #health #movement #wellness #wellbeing #ChildHealth #TeenHealth #HealthyKids #kids #student #school #SchoolMeals #StudentHealth

School Nutrition

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Regular physical activity in childhood and adolescence is important for promoting lifelong health and well-being. CDC recommends a school-wide approach to promoting physical activity. Implementing a Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program framework helps students be more physically active before, during, and after school. Tap the link to learn more about this framework and other resources. #CDCHealthySchools #kids

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Parents: Help slow the spread of #COVID19 at school. • Get kids 12+ fully vaccinated before school begins. • If your kids are not fully vaccinated, they should wear a mask indoors. In areas with high cases, they should wear a mask outdoors in crowded settings or during continuous close contact activities. • Remind kids to wash their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available. • Remind kids to tell an adult if they feel sick.

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School Employee Wellness: Molly

Principal Molly shares ideas to find balance in the classroom and in life. It only takes one person to start a School Employee Wellness Program. #MentalWellnessMonth #SchoolEmployeeWellness #CDCHealthySchools #TeacherWellness #SchoolStaffWellness #EducatorWellness #MentalHealthinEducation #WellnessWednesday #HealthyTeachers #TeacherSelfCare #SchoolWellbeing #SelfCareForEducators

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School Employee Wellness: Dina

Educator Dina shares ideas for finding balance in the classroom and in life. Support staff by starting a School Employee Wellness Program. #MentalWellnessMonth #SchoolEmployeeWellness #CDCHealthySchools #TeacherWellness #SchoolStaffWellness #EducatorWellness #MentalHealthinEducation #WellnessWednesday #HealthyTeachers #TeacherSelfCare #SchoolWellbeing #SelfCareForEducators

School Employee Wellness: Levonia

School nurse, Levonia, shares the importance of support groups for those in education. Start a School Employee Wellness program for all staff. #MentalWellnessMonth #SchoolEmployeeWellness #CDCHealthySchools #TeacherWellness #SchoolStaffWellness #EducatorWellness #MentalHealthinEducation #WellnessWednesday #HealthyTeachers #TeacherSelfCare #SchoolWellbeing #SelfCareForEducators

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School Employee Wellness: Jemma

Jemma, an educator, shares the importance of support groups for those in education. A School Employee Wellness program can offer support to help lower stress and anxiety, improve staff retention, and more. #MentalWellnessMonth #SchoolEmployeeWellness #CDCHealthySchools #TeacherWellness #SchoolStaffWellness #EducatorWellness #MentalHealthinEducation #WellnessWednesday #HealthyTeachers #TeacherSelfCare #SchoolWellbeing #SelfCareForEducators

Examine Your School Wellness Policies

The Wellness Policy in Action Tool (WPAT) uses WellSAT 3.0 and School Health Index (SHI) results to see if school health practices match language in the district wellness policy. The tool is easy to use and completely confidential. #CDCHealthySchools #Wellness #PhysicalActivity #Nutrition #SchoolDistricts #SchoolPolicies #Health #Wellbeing

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Evidence-Based Health and Wellness Tool for K-12 Schools

The School Health Index (SHI) Self-Assessment and Planning Guide, built on CDC’s research-based guidelines for school health programs, is an online self-evaluation and planning tool for schools. The SHI identifies policies and practices most likely to be effective in reducing youth health risk behaviors. Click to access the SHI, a user guide, and an e-learning course. #CDCHealthySchools #Wellness #PhysicalActivity #Nutrition #SchoolDistricts #SchoolPolicies #Health #Wellbeing

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How to Use the School Wellness Policy Assessment Tool

Are you responsible for planning and implementing K-12 school wellness policies? The Wellness Policy in Action Tool (WPAT) can help you examine the relationship between school district wellness policies and school-level health practices. Watch these short microlearning videos to help you get started. #CDCHealthySchools #Wellness #PhysicalActivity #Nutrition #SchoolDistricts #SchoolPolicies #Health #Wellbeing

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School Employee Wellness: Jemma

Jemma, an educator, shares the impact of stress on mental and physical health. Schools and school districts can provide an employee wellness program to support all staff. #MentalWellnessMonth #SchoolEmployeeWellness #CDCHealthySchools #TeacherWellness #SchoolStaffWellness #EducatorWellness #MentalHealthinEducation #WellnessWednesday #HealthyTeachers #TeacherSelfCare #SchoolWellbeing #SelfCareForEducators

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School Employee Wellness: Sonia

Sonia, an educator, describes the growing challenges teachers face. Schools and school districts can provide support with an employee wellness program. #MentalWellnessMonth #SchoolEmployeeWellness #CDCHealthySchools #TeacherWellness #SchoolStaffWellness #EducatorWellness #MentalHealthinEducation #WellnessWednesday #HealthyTeachers #TeacherSelfCare #SchoolWellbeing #SelfCareForEducators

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K-12 PE Curricula Assessment Tool

Looking for an efficient way to assess your physical education curriculum? CDC developed the Physical Education Curriculum Analysis Tool (PECAT), an online self-assessment and planning guide designed to help school districts and schools conduct clear, complete, and consistent analyses of physical education curricula based upon national physical education standards. Get started today. #CDCHealthySchools #PhysicalEducation #PhysicalFitness #PE #HealthyKids #Wellness #Fitness #Movement #Wellbeing

Do your kids need more sleep? Teens should get 8-10 hours of sleep each night. A good night’s sleep is linked to better mental health and learning. Click for findings from a teen sleep study and tips for better sleep practices! #ParentingTips #SleepTips Nature, Teen Sleeping, Sleep Better Tips, Better Mental Health, Sleep Study, Sleep Habits, Tips For Parents, Sleep Studies, Ju Ju

Help Kids Sleep Better | Tips for Parents to Support Good Sleep Habits

Do your kids need more sleep? Teens should get 8-10 hours of sleep each night. A good night’s sleep is linked to better mental health and learning. Click for findings from a teen sleep study and tips for better sleep practices! #ParentingTips #SleepTips

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How to Promote School Connectedness Through Physical Activity in Schools

School connectedness reflects students’ belief that peers and adults in their school support, value, and care about their well-being and academic progress. Schools can promote school connectedness by providing more opportunities for students to be physically active during school. Visit the CDC Healthy Schools website for strategies to include more physical activity into the school day. #SchoolConnectedness #MentalHealth #WellBeing #Teachers #SchoolDistricts

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Strategies for Promoting Connectedness in Schools | CDC Healthy Schools Framework

Research shows that school connectedness boosts students’ mental health and may have positive, long-lasting effects on their physical health & education. Schools can promote connectedness by incorporating activities like physical education, school meal programs, and health services for chronic health conditions. Schools can use CDC’s Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model for policies & practices that will improve school connectedness for better student health and well-being.

School Connectedness Helps Students Thrive | Supportive School Strategies That Benefit Students

Giving students time, attention, and emotional support can improve their engagement and learning in school. To best support student learning, school leaders can create a supportive school environment that promotes connectedness. Visit the CDC Healthy Schools website to learn more. #SchoolConnectedness

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School Connectedness: How it Improves Student Health and Well-being

School connectedness is important in promoting the health and well-being of students and improving how they feel about school. Learn how schools can promote connectedness. #Students #MentalHealth #EmotionalWellbeing #SocialEmotionalLearning