March 24, 2025
In this episode of the Missouri Healthy Schools Podcast Live, you’ll hear from an expert panel discussion on what defines a green school, the key impacts they have, and the recent accomplishments and accolades they’ve received. They’ll also offer a preview of the upcoming annual Green Schools Celebration in…
Read More [+]January 23, 2025
Watch Missouri Healthy Schools first LIVE podcast of 2025. Our experts discuss the essential topic of wellness, with a particular focus on the challenges of maintaining it through the winter months. They explore the 8 dimensions of wellness and examine how each plays a crucial role in the overall health and…
Read More [+]December 5, 2024
Join hundreds of schools across the nation that earn this distinction each year.Apply for recognition in one, two, or all nine categories. Applications open January 7, 2025 and close April 15, 2025.
Read More [+]October 3, 2024
Missouri Coordinated School Health Coalition invites you to submit a proposal to present at the 32nd Annual Conference scheduled for February 19-21, 2025, at The Lodge of Four Seasons in Lake Ozark, MO. The conference is anticipated to have over 200 participants, ranging in backgrounds from health teachers,…
Read More [+]May 16, 2024
The May podcast for Missouri Healthy Schools (MHS) featured Barb Shaw, Nutrition Program Coordinator, DESE Food and Nutrition Services, and Ginger Thompson, Nutrition Program Analyst, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. They discussed details on the Missouri Local Wellness Policy (LWP) Guidance and Implementation, covering minimum requirements, collaboration ideas and resources.
Read More [+]February 1, 2024
We are excited to announce the kickoff of Missouri Healthy Schools (MHS) Live Podcast, and Episode 1 is nothing short of inspiring! Released on January 31, 2024, this inaugural episode dives deep into the crucial topic of “Promoting Mental Health and Wellbeing in Schools.” In this engaging episode,…
Read More [+]January 8, 2024
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) created the challenge for teenagers, ages 14-18, to develop a community strategy to educate their peers about fake pills and fentanyl to help prevent overdose deaths. SAMHSA will award a total of $80,000 to individuals and teams, with individual prizes…
Read More [+]January 8, 2024
Data indicates that more than three-quarters of US high school students do not get enough sleep, but adequate rest is important for physical and mental health as well as academic performance. Some experts feel early school start times are linked to short sleep in teens, and starting the school…
Read More [+]January 8, 2024
The Citizens in Our Schools program at the Francis Howell School District in Missouri seeks to foster understanding among residents by offering behind-the-scenes experiences. Each month 29 volunteers engage in activities such as school food service.
Read More [+]Everything is based on what’s going to make their school better for their students.
