April 2017 edition

Healthy Choices are EGGscellent! Happy Easter!

District Wide Challenge


The Elementary, Middle & High School Campus that finish Million Mile Month with the highest percentage of employees logging at least 30 miles will win a special eWellness giveaway for their campus. 


It's Million Mile Month
Superintendent Dr. Cruz encourages all employees and campus communities to again participate in Million Mile Month as part of AISD's ongoing effort to be a fit and healthy school district. 

Last year AISD finished in 2nd place for Austin organizations with 52,200 miles. This year lets aim to take 1st place and beat our total from last year! 

Check out our MMM video here: https://youtu.be/60k2w5UsFyA

  AISD Top Campuses from MMM 2016
  • Akins HS - 5,110 miles
  • CAC - 5,012
  • Bedicheck MS - 3,130
  • St. Elmo Elem - 2,437 miles
  • T.A. Brown Elm - 1,987 
  • Boone Elm - 1,696
  • Crockett HS - 932 miles
  • Sunset Valley Elm - 757 miles
  Stress Awareness Month

Is it a coincidence that Stress Awareness Month falls in line with the annual tax deadline? While it’s easy to write off managing stress, all that anxiety can have a pretty substantial impact on your health. But let’s not worry about that; let’s focus on what we can do for your peace of mind.

In addition to the usual bevy of benefit tips, this eWellness issue offers up some resources on keeping your stress in check so that you can get back to the art of relaxing. 

Check out the Get Cooking healthy recipe of the month, keep your brain sharp by completing the brain teaser, and browse through the resource round=up for other tips and tricks for reducing your stress levels. 
 
Get Cooking!
Pistachio-Crusted Tuna Steaks

Pistachio crust teams up with a savory mustard-dill sauce for an exceptional tuna dish. Choose “sushi grade” tuna steaks if you prefer a milder flavor. Make it a meal: Serve with brown rice and steamed broccoli.

Recipe Highlights:
Low Sodium, Low Cholesterol, Low Saturated Fat, Low Carbs, Low Calorie

Full Recipe, Instructions, and Nutritional Info  Here

#mindful AISD

James Butler, AISD Mindfulness Specialist invites you to set a mindfulness goal for yourself during the month of April.

Check out more details and sign up here 


April 5th is International Calm Day

Free Life-time subscription to Calm app & Site for Educators and District Employees from Calm.com

Click on the image below, fill out the form, and you will get a code within a week for your FREE subscription. The Calm site has resources for both adults as well as things you can take into your classroom.


Keep your brain Sharp!

Try this Brain Teaser of the month ! - Perfect to do on your lunch break to give your brain a break from the work day, while still challenging it. 

Check your Answers HERE.



District Happenings

April 9th-15th - Librarian Appreciation Week

April 21st-28th - Administrative Professional Appreciation Week

April 22nd - STEAM Festival at Martin Middle School from 10am-2pm

RediMD
Talk to a Doctor More Conveniently! 
Did you know? - AISD employees on the district insurance plan have a FREE benefit that allows you to see a doctor without having to drive to them! Using a smart phone, tablet, computer, or just by phone call, talk & visit with a doctor, get diagnosis and prescriptions without having to take extra time off.

Create your free account and see more details HERE! 

Key Features of RediMD

  • It's FREE! All employees on the Gold Select Seton and Gold Choice PPO plans are able to schedule an appointment with a doctor for a $0 copay!

  • Employees on the HSA plan will be billed $50.00 but can pay with your HSA card.

  • It's Convenient! Average Appointment times are 10-15 minutes. This means you could use this during your lunch break, planning period, in between bus routes, etc! 

  • Extended Hours! Appointments available Monday-Saturday from 8:00am-6:00pm. Schedule an appointment when you are at work or home. 

  • Dependents! Use RediMD for not just you but any dependents on your plan.

  • No more waiting rooms! Don't spend half your day in a waiting room or sitting in Austin traffic. Have the appointment wherever you are!