School Wellness Resources
Join us for a two-day conference dedicated to advancing school wellness! This event will feature a diverse range of presentations on topics including indoor gardening, healthy celebrations, classroom physical activity and the Farm to School movement. We are thrilled to welcome Nick Kline, Director of Active Schools, as our keynote speaker, who will share insights on promoting physical activity and wellness in schools. Throughout the conference, you'll have the opportunity to hear from local schools about their innovative wellness initiatives and explore strategies for enhancing the well-being of students and staff alike. Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and be inspired by what's happening in our community!
Registration is available for the full 2 day conference or for the individual days. A healthy lunch is included both days.
Registration links:
Both days: $175 March 12: $125 March 13: $125
Registration fees are waived for CHSC funded schools and community organizations working in CHSC schools.
More information about the conference is available on the Conference information page:
2025 School Wellness Conference Information
Call for PresentersWe are excited to invite presentation proposals for the Creating Healthy Schools and Communities School Wellness Conference, an annual event dedicated to fostering health and wellness in schools. This conference brings together educators, school food professionals, administrators, and community partners from Western New York to share and explore innovative wellness strategies that create healthier school environments. We welcome proposals from individuals or organizations with demonstrated success in implementing wellness initiatives in schools. We are seeking presentations that:
Please complete the following form to submit a proposal. Presentation proposals are due by January 16, 2025.
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| School Meals & Smart Snacks |
| Healthy Celebrations |
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| Healthy Fundraisers |
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| School Gardens |
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| Non-Food rewards |
| Farm to School |
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| Physical Education Classes |
| Physical Activity in the Classroom |
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| Recess |
| Before and After School Physical Activity |
| Making a Difference in School Wellness Conference 2022 |
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Promoting Equity through Wellness Policies Partnering with Community Coalitions to Support Prevention Efforts Collaborating with Food Service to Improve the Nutrition Environment |
| Making a Difference in School Wellness Conference 2023 |
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Agenda and Presenter information The Importance of Recess and Play The Importance of incorporating Mental Health education into the Curriculum |
| School Wellness Conference 2024 |
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Unleashing our District's Outdoor Space |
| School Wellness Conference 2025 |