e-News from the Weller Health Education Center
April/May 2006


NEW PROGRAM ON TEEN STRESS

Students learn strategies for juggling school work, family life and peer pressure in Stress: Overcoming the Overload, a new program for students grades 8 – 12. Read more and preview the program!

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WELLNESS POLICY SUPPORT

The Weller Center is partnering with school districts across our region as they design their Local Wellness Policies. Learn about the programs and services available to help your district meet and exceed measurable outcomes in nutrition and fitness education for students, teachers and the community!

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ENTER TO WIN A FREE CLASS

We want to know what you think about the Weller Center! Participate in a simple, ten-minute telephone survey this summer and be entered to win a free program for your class during the 06-07 school year! Email us with your name, telephone number (including area code), and the best time to reach you over the summer no later than May 31. The winner of the free program will be announced in the September edition of Weller e-News. Thanks in advance for your participation!

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DO YOU KNOW AN OUTSTANDING FRIEND TO KIDS?

We’re seeking nominations of an individual or school-based program that has made a significant positive impact on children’s health to be recognized at our fourth annual Outstanding Friend to Kids Awards Ceremony in October. To nominate a teacher, administrator or program from your school district, email two or three paragraphs about your nominee and the impact this individual or program has made on the health of our youth. The deadline for nominations is May 31.

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ADHD AND WATCHING TV

A new study reveals ADHD may not be linked to TV exposure. Read more!

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