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Is your middle school making the grade?

Where do you think your child’s school is on a scale of 1 to healthy? Take this simple, 10-question quiz to find out if your school is in great shape or could use some improvements.

Does your school have a health or wellness team?

 
 
 

Does your child have PE for 225 minutes per week (i.e.,45 mins daily or 75 mins 3x per week)?

 
 
 

Does your child’s school prohibit exemptions or waivers for PE?

 
 
 

Does your child get daily 5-10 minute exercise breaks in the classroom?

 
 
 

Do you think the lunch served at school is healthy?

 
 
 

Is your child required to complete a health education course in middle school?

 
 
 

Do food venues outside the cafeteria (e.g. vending machines, canteens, snack bars, school stores) offer fruits and vegetables?

 
 
 

Does your school fundraise by selling only healthy food items or non-food items?

 
 
 
 

Does your school have healthy programs for staff and teachers?

 
 
 

Does your school offer intramural programs or physical activity clubs for students?

 
 
 
 

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