Schools play an important role in the health and wellbeing of students, and in classroom is where students spend a significant amount of their school day. That is why our classroom component is a great way to reinforce healthy eating and physical activity. Healthy children are more likely to earn higher grades, perform better on standardized tests, and regularly attend school. In the classroom, incorporating healthy activities help to improve students’ concentration, memory, mood, and behavior. Healthy students are better learners!

During this year of Building Healthy Communities Implementation, Classroom Teachers will:

• Display a MyPlate Poster (that we provide) in the classroom. This is an important way to reinforce the lessons and serves as a reminder of healthy habits.
• Integrate at least eight (8) healthy eating lessons within your classroom from October – May (that’s one a month). A variety of resources will be provided on the BHC website to aid in this, including 16 lesson plans on a range of nutrition-focused topics. We’ve provided a recommended sequence for instruction, or you can choose topics of interest to your students. We ask that you include one a month, but feel free to do more if your schedule and curriculum permit!
• Utilize regular physical activity breaks during the school day. Small bouts of physical activity have benefits for learners, teachers, and the classroom environment! We’ll provide you with activity recommendations each month, as well as a library of resources from which you can choose. We aim for one PA break per day, but more is better!
• Establishing class policies that promote healthy habits and wellness. Creating and maintaining a healthy classroom allows you to provide a physical and social environment that promotes healthy choices

Healthy Eating Lessons

Additional Lessons

SEL Lessons

SEL Classroom Resources

Classroom Resources

Monthly Physical Activity Breaks