Building Healthy Communities
Reducing Health Disparities in Elementary Schools
Building Healthy Communities is a school-based program focused on addressing the social determinants of health that have contributed to wide disparities in many communities across Michigan.
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Building Healthy Communities: Reducing Health Disparities in Elementary Schools
Role Model Moment π‘![]()
Kids are always watchingβso show them how to handle emotions in a healthy way! π Whether itβs taking deep breaths, using βIβ statements, or stepping away to cool down, modeling emotional regulation teaches them lifelong coping skills. πΏβ¨ ![]()
Letβs lead by example and help them build resilience! πͺ![]()
#RoleModelMoment #LeadByExample #EmotionalWellness #HealthyCoping #BuildingHealthyCommunities
Go green this St. Patrickβs Day with some nutritious and festive snacks! π₯π₯π₯¦ ![]()
Try avocado toast, spinach smoothies, cucumber hummus bites, or a kiwi & Greek yogurt parfait! Or snack on green apples, grapes, pears, limes, broccoli, kale, zucchini, snap peas, edamame, and bell peppers! πΏππ₯π₯ ![]()
Eating healthy has never been so lucky! β¨ ![]()
#EatGreen #HealthyStPatricksDay #LuckyEats #BuildingHealthyCommunities
Happy National Pi Day! π₯§![]()
Who says you canβt celebrate Pi (3.14) with a healthy twist? This No-Bake Greek Yogurt Fruit Pie is sweet, creamy, and packed with proteinβbecause math + pie = the perfect combo! π€©π![]()
π Healthy No-Bake Pie Recipe:
π₯ 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (or homemade with crushed oats + honey)
π₯ 1 Β½ cups Greek yogurt (vanilla or plain)
π₯ 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
π₯ 1 tsp vanilla extract
π₯ 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)![]()
β¨ Mix yogurt, honey, and vanilla, then spread into the crust.
β¨ Top with fresh berries & chill for 1 hour.
β¨ Slice & enjoy a healthy Pi Day treat!![]()
#PiDay #HealthyPie #EasyRecipes #BuildingHealthyCommunities
Apple Sandwiches β The Perfect School Snack! π₯ͺβ¨![]()
Back-to-school snacking just got an upgrade! These Apple Sandwiches are crunchy, sweet, and packed with fiber & protein to keep kiddos fueled all day. ππͺππ₯ ![]()
Recipe:
π Slice an apple into rounds
π Spread peanut butter (or any nut-free alternative)
π Sprinkle granola & raisins/chocolate chips
π Stack & enjoy!![]()
#HealthySnacks #BackToSchool #KidApproved #EasyRecipes #BuildingHealthyCommunities
Wellness Wednesday: Snack Swap Challenge! β¨πΏ![]()
Ditch the processed snacks and fuel your body with something nourishing! This #WellnessWednesday, we challenge YOU to swap one of your usual snacks for a healthier alternative. ππ₯π₯![]()
π Try swapping:
β Chips β‘οΈ β
Air-popped popcorn
β Candy β‘οΈ β
Dark chocolate + almonds
β Sugary granola bars β‘οΈ β
Greek yogurt + berries![]()
Letβs snack smarter together! π ![]()
#SnackSwapChallenge #HealthyHabits #MindfulEating #BuildingHealthyCommunities
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