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DISTRICT & COMMUNITY UPDATES | |
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Dear Friend of Wellness:
On behalf of the District's Wellness Promotion Task Force, we want to thank you for attending our recent hybrid Wellness Celebration & Awards Ceremony: ‘Lighting the Way…Spotlight on Wellness’ on Friday, May 3rd. This beautiful celebration spotlighted numerous achievements and celebrated both internal and external stakeholders who champion the Whole Community, Whole School, Whole Child (WSCC) culture.
With just nine days left in this school year, there is a lot to acknowledge and appreciate…our exceptional educators, diligent students, dedicated staff, and the supportive parents/guardians actively engaged in their student's educational journey. Thank you all for being part of this vibrant community of wellness advocates.
With these lines, we pause to salute our talented, committed, and dedicated students. Their daily sacrifices have not gone unnoticed, and we are certain their futures will gleam brightly. We honor and celebrate each of them as they transition to the next grade level, or for our Seniors, as they spread their wings to embark on new adventures independently. Our fifth graders will venture into middle schools, our 8th graders into high schools, and our remarkable Seniors will undoubtedly embrace fresh dreams and pursuits. Here is to their unwavering resilience and boundless potential…congratulations to all graduates; including my very own precious daughter, Sofia.
In life, nothing should be taken for granted as we progress one step at a time. We are all in this together, each contributing to the well-being of ourselves, our communities, and the world at large. Let us cherish every moment and recognize the impact we can make, united in our efforts for a brighter tomorrow.
Let's keep pressing on and...
Never Give UP!
Continue being a beacon of LIGHT
for all the children and each other...let's grow STRONGER together!
~ Be healthy and safe ~
Paula
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WELLNESS CELEBRATION AWARDS CEREMONY ASSETS | |
The District's Wellness Promotion Task Force (WPTF) purpose is to create an educational forum that allows students, staff, parents, community partners, and members of the public to successfully collaborate in the promotion of healthier lives. With the District's ultimate goal of improving student performance, the direction of the Wellness Promotion Task Force is to encourage a proactive approach to holistically address the health, wellness, and safety of all school children and staff. | | |
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As MEMORIAL Day approaches, it's important to take a moment to reflect on the significance
of this occasion...
to remember and honor those who have served our country
and left a lasting legacy
in our hearts.
Whether it's a family member, friend, or someone we may have never met,
MEMORIAL Day
is about coming together to cherish the memories of the departed
who have touched our lives.
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2024 Graduation - What to Know Before You Go!
Do I need tickets for graduation ceremonies?
Yes. All attendees require a ticket for admission to attend each graduation ceremony. Tickets have already been distributed to all schools, and students can get tickets from their administrators.
What can I bring inside the Expo Center?
Balloons, noisemakers, flowers, and large signs are NOT allowed inside. Bags are not limited to size and do not need to be clear.
All attendees will pass through scanners surveilled by the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.
Will Palm Beach County graduations be live-streamed?
Yes. The District will stream each ceremony during its scheduled time on its YouTube page titled "School District of Palm Beach County" (@SDPBC).
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Burke at Work:
2024 Earth Day Edition
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Superintendent Michael J. Burke paddles alongside Jeaga Middle School teachers and students in the Loxahatchee Slough Natural Area.
As part of the District's Strategic Plan to expand opportunities for community experiences for students, this field trip explored the interconnectivity between Jeaga Middle School and the natural conservation area and wetlands around the school campus.
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2024 Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day | |
From mock trials in the Board Room to motherboards in I.T. to the motherload of ice-cold Icees overflowing in their cups, more than 170 children were immersed in interactive activities for Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day at Fulton-Holland Educational Services Center.
Don't miss out on this whirlwind of fun and learning – watch the video and be part of the adventure!
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GET YOUR GREEN ON...
for Mental Health Awareness & Trauma Informed Care
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2024 Theme: Resiliency & Community Healing
May is Mental Health Awareness and Trauma Informed Care Month and Palm Beach County is celebrating!
Birth to 22: United For Brighter Futures is hosting their 7th annual Get Your Green On campaign countywide. Everyone in Palm Beach County is encouraged to wear green on May 16th.
Post your pictures on social media using #GYGO2024.
You can also attend numerous free events throughout May in support of the campaign.
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District Celebrates Haitian Heritage Month | |
Haitian Heritage Month Essay Contest Winners Announced | |
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1st Place:
Paulency Merove, 10th grade
Suncoast Community High
2nd Place:
Gloria Alexis, 11th grade
Palm Beach Lakes Community High
3rd Place:
Chris Dalice, 12th grade
Palm Beach Gardens Community High
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Free Drug Prevention Trainings Offered
Palm Beach County area summer camps are invited to apply for FREE TRAININGS this summer. Help us add extra protection against drug use and other risky behaviors by engaging kids & teens in active learning.
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NEW TRAININGS ENCLOSED
PBC Youth Services Department
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Your Brain on Poverty: Psychological Effects of Living With Financial Scarcity
This presentation is scheduled through Zoom on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from the hours of 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
The registration form must be completed by Tuesday, May 21st at 3:00 p.m. Once registration is confirmed, link to access the training will be provided.
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Bullying: Helping to Create
an Inclusive Community
This presentation is scheduled through Zoom on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from the hours of 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
The registration form must be completed by Tuesday, May 28th at 3:00 p.m. Once registration is confirmed, link to access the training will be provided.
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Medicaid Renewals and Health Coverage
Did you lose #Medicaid or #CHIP coverage? Visit HealthCare.gov now to see if you’re eligible for a special enrollment period, and if you can get help lowering monthly premium costs. #HCSEF has a team of Certified Application Counselors that can help you.
Give a them call at 561.469.8202
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Paula Triana, RDN, LDN
Manager ~ Wellness Promotion
School Food Service Department
3661 North Interstate Park Road, Suite #100
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
Office: (561) 383-2026
Email: paula.triana@palmbeachschoools.org
Frances F. Rosier
Senior Analyst ~ Wellness Promotion
School Food Service Department
3661 North Interstate Park Road, Suite #100
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
Office: (561) 882-1931
Email: frances.rosier@palmbeachschools.org
Hilary Greever, RDN, LDN
Nutrition Specialist ~ Nutrition Services
School Food Service Department
3661 North Interstate Park Road, Suite #100
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
Office: (561) 383-2041
Email: hilary.greever@palmbeachschools.org
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Disclaimer: Information, viewpoints, opinions and comments expressed in this 'Wellness Promotion: District & Community Updates' newsletter are those of the individual organization(s) and/or presenter(s), are for informational purposes only, and may not indicate ratification or sponsorship by The School District of Palm Beach County. We are sending out this newsletter to provide information that may be helpful to our students and their families, staff, and the community-at-large. | | | | |
