The Proven Benefits

Evidence-based programs and best practices are the hot-button issue these days.  Utilizing effective and efficient tools that cost very little is key to success in today's society.  So, why should you use Game On! The Ultimate Wellness Challenge for your school's wellness solution?


Because it works!

In an evaluation done during the 2008-2009 school year with 20 schools nationwide and over 11,000 students, Game On! The Ultimate Wellness Challenge had the following results:

  • 84% of students reported increasing their physical activity levels before school
  • 88% of students reported increasing their physical activity after school
  • Kids demonstrated that they knew what foods to eat and made better food choices at home and at school
  • 95% of schools made changes to their wellness policies as a result of Game On!


And research shows that healthy lifestyle behaviors lead to academic achievement.

Not sold yet? Check out these testimonials.


"Our school has a SHAC committee with specific goals…reading, math, safety and wellness—the goal for wellness was to make 80% of children more aware of wellness and how to be healthy. Game On! helped to meet that goal."    -- School in Florida

 "All the challenges were well received; they had gotten quite fun. Classrooms competed against one another. The entire school has engaged and having a good time doing it.”    -- School in Michigan

"Students are having fun…moving more…making better food choices…school is energized."    -- School in New Mexico

"Game On! provided a foundation that we can build upon, not just at our school but district wide. Based on the results of our taste tests and as a result of increased sale of healthy food choices over pizza choice, the district has changed its food offering of white rice to brown rice."    -- School in Arizona

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Resources are made available for all steps within the Game On! framework.  Use these resources to help you get organized!  These resources have been tested in pilot projects to be key in helping schools implement successful challenges. 

Step 1: Form a Team

Worksheets

Communications Tools

 

Step 2: Get Prepared

Worksheets


Step 4: Set a Game Plan

Worksheets

 

Step 5: Get Going

Signage & Logos

Template Communication Materials

Tracking & Evaluation

Recognition

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