Moving and Choosing Healthy Schools

Healthy Schools

Teachers are invaluable resources in Medicine Hat, Brooks, and Southeastern Alberta. The Moving and Choosing project provides information, and resources to teachers for educating students about healthy eating, active living, and a healthy school environment. Browse this section to find free innovative lesson plans, classroom activities, and current resources designed to be ready-to-go and easy to use for the busy teacher.

Calendar

  HEALTHY SCHOOL PLANNING CALENDAR 2011 - 2012

Featured Resource

Lead Teacher Profile

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Resources

Comprehensive School Health

Comprehensive School Health (CSH) is an evidence-based approach to building health school communities.

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Partnerships

Mental Health Capacity Building Projects (MHCBP)

Moving and Choosing is pleased to partner with the MHCBP in our area to collaborate on initiatives and promote positive mental well-being. Each project is unique in their programming - click the links to learn more:

MyPlace at Crescent Heights and Alexandra Middle Schools

HUG (Helping Us Grow) at Crestwood and Southview Schools

 

 

In The Classroom

Lesson Plans

  • Nutrition, Active Living, Positive Well Being and Tobacco Free lesson plans for all grades

Newsletters

  • Moving & Choosing Exchange Newsletter
  • Nutrition Times Newsletter
  • Tips for your School Newsletter

School Activity Programs

  • Great activities for your classroom that are facilitated through some of Moving and Choosing’s community partners.

PD Opportunities

  • View upcoming opportunities for continuing education for teachers.

Putting a Nutrition Policy into Action

Nutrition is an important consideration within day-to-day activities in schools. This section of our website will help to ensure that your school’s nutrition environment is consistent with your school district’s nutrition policy.  Read More...

Parent Council

Parent Councils are an integral part of a school community. Visit this section for tips and resources that all parent councils, new and existing, need to see.

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Success Stories

There are many great successes being achieved by schools with projects in the areas of Healthy Eating, Active Living, Positive Social Environments. These successes are due in part to dedicated teachers, parents and/or students, who are passionate about creating a healthier environment in their school.  The following success stories will hopefully inspire everyone to be the individual who implements a positive change in their school.

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