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November 2024 | Edition III
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DISTRICT & COMMUNITY UPDATES | |
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Dear Friend of Wellness,
As we enter November, we embrace the significance of two deeply meaningful holidays – Veterans Day and Thanksgiving Day. These days remind us of the profound impact of showing respect and offering heartfelt thanks, values that we hope will inspire and guide us every day. The present freedoms we enjoy are made possible by the dedication, sacrifice, resilience, courage, and deep love for our country that our Veterans have demonstrated. We are profoundly grateful to honor those among us who have served and now continue their commitment within our District in various roles, carrying that same spirit of service into our community. Thank you, Veterans!
As Thanksgiving draws near, we pause to reflect with hearts full of gratitude and hope for the countless blessings we experience daily. We are privileged to have the opportunity to positively shape the well-being of our children and staff, a mission that fuels our commitment to the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model. Through our daily actions within the District and beyond, we strive to create lasting change. With hope, we look ahead to a season of continued progress, growth, and deeper connection.
Wishing you a blessed Thanksgiving holiday filled with hope and gratitude.
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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Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child
~ WSCC UPDATES ~
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Salute to Service Parade at Palm Beach Central High | | |
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Palm Beach Central High brought the community together for the first 'Salute to Service' parade through the streets of Wellington. From bands, to cheerleaders, to student government leaders, hundreds of students showed appreciation for those who keep us safe. | |
Retirement of School Board Members | | |
Three dedicated School Board Members are retiring from the Board after years of commitment and service to the District. We want to thank them for their support to our Wellness efforts that allow us to focus on the WSCC culture. | |
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Click below to watch the videos honoring their impact... | |
Each month, the School Board of Palm Beach County holds public meetings to discuss educational issues and act on items requiring Board approval. Recordings of meetings are archived on the SDPBC YouTube Channel. | |
ATTENTION: This is an initiative by students for students.
Fighting Hunger One Bite At A Time...
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The District’s Association of Student Councils is tackling food insecurity by investigating why some students are not taking advantage of free school meals. Partnering with No Kid Hungry, they are launching a ten-question survey to identify barriers.
Middle and high school principals are asked to support this effort by dedicating time for students to complete the survey during first period on Friday, November 22, 2024.
This poster can be use to promote participation, with the survey opening on November 13th. Let us work together to ensure every student has nutritious meals!
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Thanksgiving Meal Sites & Turkey Giveaways | |
Helping families in need this holiday season! | |
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The Palm Beach County Food Finder Map was developed to connect individuals seeking food resources with nearby sites quickly and easily. The map is updated weekly to ensure accurate and timely information.
Anyone in need of food assistance or supporting others in finding food is encouraged to explore locations on the map.
A robust food pantry system is the best way to ensure people can access emergency food. Pantries rely mainly on food from local food banks and other donations. Support your local food bank and pantry system through food donations.
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Click the images to find resources. | |
Feeding South Florida's Programs Directory...
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Feeding South Florida’s Programs Directory also helps you find food resources in your area. By entering your ZIP code, you can discover local food distribution sites available to support you or those in need.
Supporting these local initiatives with donations can make a big difference in fighting hunger in your community.
| Need help locating additional food resources? Call 2-1-1. | |
Click the images to find resources. | |
Hundreds of Palm Beach County School District students, teachers and administrators, put their best foot forward to help people with Down Syndrome at the 30th Annual DownRight ExtraOrdinary Walk at John Prince Park in Lake Worth Beach. | |
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Palm Beach County Heart Walk | |
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The School District of Palm Beach County will be participating in the 2024 Palm Beach County Heart Walk hosted by the American Heart Association.
Register to join the walk with our team or making a donation to help fund lifesaving science!
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Saturday, November 9, 2024
7:30 a.m. Check-In
9:00 a.m. walk begins...
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Annual Veterans Day Ceremony | |
A special ceremony to honor our veterans will take place in the Boardroom at the Fulton-Holland Educational Services Center (FHESC) on Monday, November 11, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Thank you to our Veterans for your service to our County. We are forever grateful for your heroism!
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Move into the Holidays with Let's Move 365! | |
Kick off your family's holiday fitness journey with the very first Let’s Move 365 event at the Five Star Fitness & Wellness Center on November 23rd from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The event will feature energizing workouts, wellness tips, and healthy holiday treats—everything you need to start the season feeling great.
Hosted by Digital Vibez, Let’s Move 365 is a year-round initiative with the competition month being March, focused on promoting physical activity and wellness across Palm Beach County.
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Races this Holiday Season! | |
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Speaker: Natacha Dalberiste, LMFT-QS
Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
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Join Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies (HMHB) for an important community health presentation on the Maternal Mental Health Needs of the Haitian Population.
Learn about the cultural beliefs surrounding mental health in Haitian communities, the barriers Haitian mothers face in accessing care, and how to provide culturally responsive mental health support.
This event is FREE and virtual. Do not miss out on this chance to connect, learn, and be part of the conversation.
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Click the banner above to view November's Skills for Learning & Life Newsletter. | |
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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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 Phone: (561) 383-2026
Cell Phone: (561) 253-5583
Email: paula.triana@palmbeachschools.org
Frances F. Rosier
Wellness Promotion Sr. Analyst
District's Wellness Promotion Task Force
School Food Service Wellness Champion
School Food Service Department
3661 North Interstate Park Road, Suite #100
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
Office Phone: (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 Phone: (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. | | | | |
