Our kids (and teachers) spend the majority of their waking hours at school. By integrating physical activity throughout the school day, we can promote lifelong healthy habits for our youth and improve attendance, creativity, and school performance while we’re at it!
Would you like your school to be an Active RVA-Certified School? Last year Jackson Davis Elementary, Kaechele Elementary and Rivers Edge Elementary were recognized by Sports Backers as an Active RVA-Certified School.
What is an Active RVA-Certified School?
An Active RVA-Certified School is an elementary, middle, or high school that adopts, supports, and engages physical activity as part of their school’s culture. Active RVA-Certified Schools support their students, faculty, staff, and their families to maximize their health and wellness through regular physical activity. By utilizing programs, infrastructure, and measureable results, Active RVA-Certified Schools provide meaningful pathways for the whole school community to get moving and get healthy.
Why should I get my school certified?
Making school communities active has benefits in almost every direction. Here are some important examples of what getting active and getting certified can do for your school:
• Improve academic performance of students.
• Improve concentration and classroom behavior.
• Lifelong health benefits for students.
• Positive media promotion for your school community. In addition to honoring Certified Schools at our Annual Active RVA Awards Luncheon, we highlight Active RVA Schools in an annual issue of Richmond Magazine, promote them on Active RVA’s social media outlets, and feature them in newsletters and media reporting.
• Enhance the culture of health and physical fitness within the local community.
• Recruit and retain teachers and administrators.
How to Apply (By January 30th)
Fit School applications are easy and can be completed online at http://www.activerva.org/school/fit-schools/
Apply now and join the movement!
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