What is Wellness?
In a state of state address in January, 2005 State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Jack O’Connell, challenged all School Districts and Communities to acknowledge that “Physical health affects learning, and schools have a role to play in developing lifelong habits of nutrition and fitness. It is time to promote and support a culture of health and fitness in our schools.” In responding District administrators, educators, parents and community partners established policies and protocols to promote student wellness. Nutrition education, physical activity, and other school-based wellness activities are the critical components addressed in Federal and State mandates.
Our Mission
The Marin County Office of Education shall promote awareness and interest in wellness education, assist students and families in adopting nutrition and physical activities that support life-long healthy behaviors of individual wellness, engage in a process with community partners that builds sustainable wellness practices and programs.
Create Healthy School Environments Supporting Wellness!
Use this site
as an informational source for school age students and families.
to learn ways to promote healthy eating and physical activity both in the school environment and at home.
to access other helpful wellness education sources on the internet/community.
·to be appraised of wellness activities and events in the community.