Edition XXXIV ~ April 21, 2021
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* District & Community Updates * |
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Dear Friend of Wellness:
Happy Earth Day!
Tomorrow is the 51st Anniversary
Earth Day (April 22nd) is a time for global awareness of the environment and the awe-inspiring beauty of Mother Nature. Now that we are able to get outside to visit local gardens and embrace some outdoor experiences, we celebrate this year's theme of 'RESTORE OUR EARTH.' There are so many ways we should restore our earth and ourselves as well...go out and be creative!
District wellness continues to encourage our employees to use the day to clean up around their home, plant a tree or shrub, or step outside for a walk, run, or bike ride, while maintaining COVID-19 protocols.
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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Gulf Fritillary Butterfly |
Photo of butterfly above is courtesy of Mr. Paul Strauss |
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"Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth."
Muhammad Ali, Acttivist
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"Don't aspire to make
a living, aspire to make
a difference."
Denzel Washington, Actor
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Watch "In the Know with Dr. Fennoy," for updates on the 2021-2022 school year.
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On April 15th, a community update was held to share additional details on what this new school year will look like. |
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Watch "In the Know with Dr. Fennoy" for the decision on which mode of instruction will be in place for the 2021-2022 school year.
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Additional details below are contained in a letter from our Superintendent. |
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The SFS grab-and-go food distribution has changed.
Rather than a twice-a-week pick-up, distributions will now
Parents/guardians will receive a box of pantry-style foods
including a supply of breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and suppers
intended to last for seven days. Pick-up times vary by location.
For a full list of locations and pick-up times, click here.
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Let's Move 2021 Top Performing Teams...
59,464,582 MINUTES LOGGED IN FOR LET’S MOVE!
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Below are the top 5 Teams and Sub-Teams.
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Top 5 Teams:
1.The City of Wellington
2. The City of Delray Beach
3. The City of West Palm Beach
4. The School District of Palm Beach County
5. Palm Beach County Sports Wellness and Recreation
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Click on the WSCC image above to view photos from the celebration & awards ceremony.
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Top 5 Sub-Teams:
1. The City of Delray Beach Parks and Rec.
2. The Village of Wellington
3. AroundWellington
4. City of West Palm Beach Residents
5. VFitness Squad
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Click on the Let's Move image above to view the Let's Move 2021 recap video. |
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A $500 mini grant was awarded to the community-based, youth-focused program that logged the most minutes to support their physical activity programming. The City of Delray Beach Parks and Recreation won!
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Florida Health Palm Beach County
won this year's video contest trophy!
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Happy Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week... |
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Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week is a time to recognize, appreciate and advocate for those who work with young people during out-of-school hours. The week is marked by celebrations and public relations efforts encouraging appreciation and support for all the afterschool professionals who make a profound difference in the lives of young people. Read More...
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2nd Annual Run for Caregiving Youth 5K... |
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Join the American Association of Caregiving Youth (AACY)
in person or virtually!
Saturday, April 24, 2021
Run 4 Caregiving Youth 5K
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Run/Walk the location of your choice
Wear your best RED running gear!
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civic action event in the world, and the only one that celebrates and builds
the capacity of all youth ages 5-25 to help our communities and
democracy thrive by working together for the common good.
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Location
A virtual event,
hosted on Whova.
Day One
May 13, 2021
Day Two
May 14, 2021
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This year's theme, Unmasking Your Potential, emphasizes tapping into the reserves of perseverance and creativity stored within us all as we navigate our new normal and the subsequent migration to a virtual landscape.
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Eileen Tirado
Adapted Physical Education
Teacher of the Year
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Eileen Tirado was selected as the National SHAPE America Adapted Physical Education (APE) Teacher of the Year (TOY) recipient. Eileen was nominated through SHAPE Florida, won, and her name was sent to SHAPE America Southern District. Eileen was selected as the Southern District APE TOY and her name was sent to compete for the National SHAPE America award. Eileen Tirado won and now Palm Beach County has our very FIRST ever SHAPE America National TOY winner.
Congratulations!
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Why cases are surging in some locations now; the continuing bane of viral strains; what a 'billion billions' has to do with it; Johnson & Johnson vaccine safety concerns; and how the pandemic itself is a moving target. |
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The District's Wellness Promotion Task Force 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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Click on the WSCC image above to access the Wellness Promotion Policy (2.035) |
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Paula Triana, RDN, LDN
Manager ~ Wellness Promotion
District's Wellness Promotion Task Force
School Food Service Department
3661 North Interstate Park Road, Suite #100
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
Office: (561) 383-2026
Cell Phone: (561) 253-5583
Frances Rosier
Analyst ~ Wellness Promotion
District's Wellness Promotion Task Force
School Food Service Department
3661 North Interstate Park Road, Suite #100
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
Office: (561) 882-1931
Cell Phone: (561) 598-3353
Hilary Greever, RDN, LDN
Nutrition Specialist - Nutrition Services
District's Wellness Promotion Task Force
School Food Service Department
3661 North Interstate Park Road, Suite #100
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
Office: (561) 383-2041
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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.
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