The Oregon Department of Education, the Nutrition Council of Oregon, the Oregon Dairy and Nutrition Council, and Oregon Afterschool for Kids (OregonASK) are teaming up to reward one exemplary Afterschool Programs for creating and sustaining a culture of wellness for youth and staff. The program selected will receive statewide recognition, a personalized plaque and a custom banner, as well as a $1,000 award to be used to further nutrition, physical activity and/or other wellness efforts within their program. Since this is an award and not a grant there are no reporting requirements if your organization is selected as the winner.

Research supports the important link between health and academic achievement.  Afterschool programs that implement healthy eating and physical activity (HEPA) guidelines and align with local school wellness policies create healthier environments for students and staff. Implementation of HEPA guidelines and wellness policies can look different within each afterschool program, and the Afterschool Wellness Award application is a great place to showcase what your  program is doing!

Congratulations to last years School Wellness Award Winner!