BCBS Creates Initiative to Encourage Students to Get Fit and Get Healthy

wants to help K-12 schools create a healthier environment for students in the upcoming school year. It’s called ‘’, and it aims to teach children proper nutrition, physical activity, and addresses mental health and well-being. 

The ‘Step Up For School Wellness Program’ is a multistep initiative – that includes:

• Step 1: Build or re-energize a school health team
• Step 2: Assess the school health environment
• Step 3: Gather your tools and take action
• Step 4: Evaluate and sustain your actions
• Step 5: Share your success

For a full informational guide for the program –

Schools can apply now to be a part of the program, and they can to sign up.

The deadline is September 30, 2020, and there are some program .

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