Latest WOWS E-Newsletters
WOWS E-Newsletter 3-3-10
Since the day the First Lady broke ground for the White House Kitchen Garden, community and school gardens have gained attention! Government funding has been allotted to promote school gardens as a way to teach and help kids practice healthy eating. "Get on board" to start a school or youth garden with the kids you lead!
WOWS E-Newsletter 2-24-10
The "School Breakfast-Ready, Set, Go!" campaign aims to teach kids that breakfast prepares them for an active day at school. Share the following information with school nutrition services and teachers to help them promote National School Breakfast Week, March 8-12.
WOWS E-Newsletter 2-17-10
"Nutrition From the Ground Up" is the theme for National Nutrition® Month March 2010. The emphasis is balancing physical activity with a healthy diet; eating a variety of MyPyramid foods with less fat, salt and sugar.
WOWS E-Newsletter 2-10-10
First Lady Michelle Obama has revealed a national campaign to get kids healthy and keep them healthy called Let's Move. Healthy Kids Challenge commends the First Lady for her attention to kids' health.
WOWS E-Newsletter 2-3-10
Recently, the U.S. Surgeon General released her Vision for a Healthy and Fit Nation 2010. Healthy Kids Challenge is proud to be a leader in the movement to make that vision a reality. For the last 10 years, the HKC focus has been on simple effective solutions. We challenge you to take a simple action today!
WOWS E-Newsletter 1-27-10
Kids have so many drink options from which to choose! Help them make healthy choices (water, 100% juice and low fat milk) with the following classroom and youth group resources and activities.
WOWS E-Newsletter 1-20-10
Prod those 7th and 8th grade chefs you know to enter the HKC "Stirring Up Health™” National Middle School Recipe Contest! This year, our sponsor, Del Monte, and educational partners, Home Baking Association and Johnson & Wales University, are providing outstanding support to make this contest fun and exceptional!
WOWS E-Newsletter 1-13-10
During the winter months, use these creative approaches to help kids get daily physical activity! Share the following HKC resources and suggestions in parent newsletters, E-mails and social networks to encourage Active Play EVERY Day!
WOWS E-Newsletter 1-6-10
The new year provides an opportunity to assess "where you are" with your school, organization, or youth program wellness initiatives and "where you would like to be". Goal Setting generates Action, which promotes Success. Let HKC help you set your "Goals for Healthy Kids" with the resources and suggestions below!
WOWS E-Newsletter 12-16-09
This week see more best practice examples, from the 2-part series, focusing on community programs.
WOWS E-Newsletter 12-9-09
Do you wonder what others are doing to integrate healthy eating and physical activity in their schools or youth programs? This week and next, we'll present inspiring best practice examples from schools and community programs across the nation that HKC has had a hand in guiding to success!
WOWS E-Newsletter 12-2-09
Your health is priceless. Choose to give the "gift of health" this holiday season for your friends and loved ones. Share the following healthy gift ideas promoting physical activity and healthy eating in parent newsletters, E-mail messages, or on staff bulletin boards.
WOWS E-Newsletter 11-25-09
The school cafeteria provides a great opportunity for kids to explore and experiment with new food tastes, like whole grains! Turn the cafeteria into a "learning lab" by offering a fun-hearted whole grain promotion encouraging kids and their families to "make half their grains whole"!
WOWS E-Newsletter 11-18-09
When we imagine holiday celebrations, healthy portions and balance are not "on the radar"of our thinking. By keeping a few specific behaviors in mind, we can keep "healthy holiday balance"! Share these healthy holiday tips in a staff or parent newsletter!
WOWS E-Newsletter 11-11-09
Who says school kids have to go off-site to have an interactive, educational experience! Try these "stay at school" field trip suggestions!
WOWS E-Newsletter 11-4-09
Autumn provides glorious foliage colors, so get outside with the kids you lead for active play time. Try the outdoor activity ideas below!
WOWS E-Newsletter 10-28-09
Raise school/program funds AND stay within wellness policies. Now you can have BOTH with the following suggestions!
WOWS E-Newsletter 10-21-09
We recognize the key role reading plays in providing valuable learning and life experiences for all ages. Reading healthy food or physical activity themed books to young kids can help motivate long lasting healthy behaviors.
WOWS E-Newsletter 10-14-09
Over the years, HKC has developed and used many fun, easy and interactive healthy eating and active play ideas for educators and families. We want to share those ideas with you through HKC's new Health Corner Memberships! A membership provides access to a monthly tip sheet loaded with helpful suggestions to help kids and families eat, move and enjoy a healthy balance!
WOWS E-Newsletter 10-7-09
With a few tips and a little planning, healthy snacks CAN fit into a limited budget! Share these ideas in a parent newsletter and/or post in the staff lounge.
WOWS E-Newsletter 9-30-09
School and youth program wellness policies have challenged us to look at fundraising differently and explore healthier options. HKC has been proactive in creating an event, Dance for Health™, that not only raises funds but also provides healthy physical activity everyone can enjoy!
WOWS E-Newsletter 9-23-09
Some of the simplest games are kids' favorites! There is no need for fancy equipment. Use what you have on hand and try some of these suggestions for fun physical activity!
WOWS E-Newsletter 9-16-09
Healthy Kids Challenge announces the 8th annual middle school recipe contest, “Stirring Up Health™”. “Stirring Up Health™” is brought to you by featured sponsor, Del Monte, a leader in the food industry making a difference in the market place with tasty, nutritious and family friendly food products; and educational partners, Johnson & Wales University and Home Baking Association.
WOWS E-Newsletter 9-09-09
National School Lunch Week, October 12-16, takes on a sports theme, called "All-Star School Lunch". The National Basketball Association (NBA) inspired campaign features 5 "basketball teams" comprised of healthy school lunch menu items and coached by a current or former NBA/WNBA player. Join in the fun to help kids learn about the importance of healthy eating and physical activity with school lunch!
WOWS E-Newsletter 9-02-09
Healthy Kids Challenge would like to introduce you to our new Partner in Health, Del Monte Foods. When it comes to tasty, nutritious canned fruits, vegetables, and tomatoes, it's easy to say, More Matters with Del Monte!
WOWS E-Newsletter 8-26-09
A July 2009 report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Bridging the Gap Program concludes that many school district wellness policies since the 2006-07 requirement are weak and fragmented, and don't include provisions for monitoring, enforcing, or conducting ongoing review and revision of the policies.
WOWS E-Newsletter 8-19-09
The new school year is a great time to gather existing KidLinks™ or build a new wellness team! There is excitement and anticipation of new beginnings which will assist with your recruitment and the planning process. Team Up! Get people on board for wellness with the following HKC tips.
WOWS E-Newsletter 8-12-09
Healthy Kids Challenge welcomes you back to school! HKC has many NEW products and services to help you realistically make health and wellness a part of the school day environment.
WOWS E-Newsletter Special Edition 7-29-09
Healthy Kids Challenge recently launched some new and innovative ways to stay connected!
WOWS E-Newsletter 5-13-09
On February 17, 2009, President Barack Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 into law. The law provides $787 billion to create jobs and promote economic recovery nationwide, and at least $144 billion of these funds will go directly to state and local governments.
WOWS E-Newsletter 5-06-09
With some organization and role modeling, parents can lead their kids in FUN and FREE physical activity behaviors this summer! Share these ideas and resources in a take-home newsletter for families.
WOWS E-Newsletter 4-29-09
Unscheduled summer days provide fabulous opportunities to practice healthy eating behaviors. Share the following tips and activities in a parent newsletter for healthy summertime fun!
WOWS E-Newsletter 4-22-09
During these warm spring days, are the kids you lead having trouble focusing on lessons? If so, try brain break activities to re-energize and get kids back on track!
WOWS E-Newsletter 4-15-09
It's never too early to start planning next year's wellness activities! Many healthy eating and physical activity endeavors can take place with few resources and a little bit of planning. Incorporate the following simple, low cost ideas into your 2009-2010 wellness calendar.
WOWS E-Newsletter 4-08-09
May is a great month to encourage kids and families to be physically active! Plan to use the suggestions below and promote fitness anywhere kids and families, learn, live, work and play!
WOWS E-Newsletter 4-01-09
Research tells us that that the average American is only eating half of the daily recommended servings of calcium-rich dairy. 3-A-Day of Dairy was created as a simple reminder for families to get 3 daily servings of milk, cheese or yogurt for calcium to build stronger bones and healthier bodies.
WOWS E-Newsletter 3-25-09
During National TV Turnoff Week (April 20-26, 2009), encourage kids to explore other interests and activities besides television, computers or video games. It's a great opportunity to encourage active play and healthy eating during the week by trying the simple ideas below!
WOWS E-Newsletter Special Edition
HKC's unique focus on six healthy messages makes teaching and learning easier than ever. Now and in the coming days, web pages will help KidLinks™ with ideas for...
