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From Rooftop to Recess
A Game On grant from AFHK turned a barren rooftop into a bright and engaging space for students to get active and harvest healthy foods.
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Daily Dance Parties Brighten the Day for Sumner Students
“Wake up and dance” might as well be the unofficial motto of Sumner Elementary School, where students start the day with a dance party and yoga to get focused.
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Banks Road Initiative Sows Love for Gardening
A robust school garden program is the gift that keeps on giving for students, staff, families, and activities at Banks Road Elementary School.
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Taking Steps to Improve Student Health
Putting a twist on classroom brain breaks and instant recess, this Ohio school is using pedometers and partner exercises to boost student activity and peer support.
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24 Hours of Jumping…for Kids
A group of 16 jump rope fitness enthusiasts in Texas came together to do a 24-hour jump-a-thon that raised over $2,700 for Action for Healthy Kids—find out why.
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New Gardens Feed Students and Nurture Growth
New green space and gardens at Pleasant Grove Elementary School allow students to cultivate not just plants but their own opportunities for wellness.
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Overcoming Obstacles to Get Kids Active
New obstacle course equipment funded by a school grant is not only making students more engaged in PE and more active at recess, but is having added benefits for student behavior.
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Planting the Seeds for Healthy Kids at Eucalyptus Elementary
Growing an assortment of fruits and veggies from start to finish has made kids at Eucalyptus Elementary proud to taste and eat fresh, healthy foods.
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Raymer Elementary Students “Walk and Roll” to School
Using new technology and getting the whole family in on the act has helped increase physical activity for students at Raymer Elementary.
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