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OUSD Wellness Policy 101

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Presented by the OUSD Wellness Champion Program

2019-20 School Year

Contact: Lydia.Yamaguchi@ousd.org

Link to PDF version of this slideshow

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Welcome!

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  • What is the OUSD Wellness Policy?
  • How do we know the Wellness Policy is being implemented at schools?
  • What are the some key points from the Wellness Policy?
  • What does this mean for me as a Wellness Champion / School Site Stakeholder?

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This presentation covers 4 topics:

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Part 1:

What is the OUSD Wellness Policy?

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Did you know there is a Wellness Policy for OUSD?

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A Wellness Policy is required of all school districts that participate in the Federal school meal program (most districts)

OUSD’s Wellness Policy outlines vision and goals for healthy and safe students, staff and community.

The current policy is under review and will be updated soon. We will be looking to Site Wellness Champions to provide input from your school communities.

The policy is for all students Pre-K to 12.

While on campus, staff, parents and school partners are expected to support and implement the Policy.

So what is IN the Wellness Policy??

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There are 8 Main Policy Areas covered in the Wellness Policy

Nutrition / Access to Healthy Food and Beverages

School Gardens

Physical Education and Physical Activity

Comprehensive Health Education

Positive School Climate

Physical School Environment

Access to and Coordination of Student Health Services

Staff Wellness

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Part 2:

How do we know the Wellness Policy is being implemented at schools?

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At an OUSD school, here are some places on campus you can see the Wellness Policy in Action:

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You & your team championing wellness!

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When a school is following the Wellness Policy…

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...the school community has Access to Healthy Food & Beverages.

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When a school is following the Wellness Policy…

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… students are physically active.

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When a school is following the Wellness Policy…

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… there is a safe and positive school climate.

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When a school is following the Wellness Policy…

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… there is Access to Health Care Services.

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When a school is following the Wellness Policy…

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… students and community get relevant health education.

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When a school is following the Wellness Policy…

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… staff are encouraged and supported to be well.

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When a school is following the Wellness Policy…

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… the school protects the environment.

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Part 3:

What are the key points for:

  • Access to Healthy Food and Beverages
  • Physical Activity
  • School Learning Gardens
  • Staff Wellness Theory of Action

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Access to Healthy Food and Beverages Framework

OUSD is committed to providing access to healthy food to all students in OUSD schools throughout the day.

Healthy food gives the body nutrients it needs to maintain health, feel good, and have energy.

Access to healthy food and beverages in school is important because children pay better attention in class, build good eating habits, and are less likely to develop chronic disease like diabetes.

Everyone in our community has a role in helping our students succeed!

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Goal in 2019-20: Ensure OUSD schools are always places to access healthy food and beverages for students, staff, and families.

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Access to Healthy Food and Beverages Framework

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Key components of access to healthy food & beverages covered in the Wellness Policy include but are not limited to…

Food Bank/Food Pantry Programs

  • A place where students and parents can receive nutritious fresh and shelf stable food.
  • On site and mobile pantries, backpack programs and CalFresh enrollment assistance.
  • Check with your school to learn about available programs or if you can start one on your campus.

School Garden & Nutrition Education

  • Educating students on nutrition, food justice, and food systems.
  • Delivering hands on and outdoor lessons.
  • Implementing innovative programming in partnership with Alameda County Health Department and FoodCorps among others.
  • The New Central Kitchen will have instructional garden classrooms and field trip offerings

School Meals

  • Meet and often exceed federal and state regulations.
  • OUSD is building a new central kitchen to offer healthier, fresher options. Opening Fall 2019!

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Key components of access to healthy food & beverages covered in the Wellness Policy include but are not limited to…

Fundraisers & Food Sales

  • Fundraisers are a great way to bring the community together for a common cause.
  • Food sold for fundraisers must meet or exceed Healthy Food Guidelines until 6pm on school days.
  • As options, consider student art auctions, walk-a-thons, and healthy food sales like 100% fruit popsicle

Drinking Water

  • Providing free, clean drinking water to all.
  • Installed water filling stations at schools in 2018-19, to promote in 2019-20 (that’s now!).
  • Students encouraged to bring reusable water bottles to school.

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Here's a flyer on healthy fundraisers!

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Key components of access to healthy food & beverages covered in the Wellness Policy include but are not limited to…

Rewards, Parties, & Events

  • Everyone likes to be appreciated! When offering rewards and incentives, food may not be the answer! Certificates and special opportunities (i.e. extra recess time) can be even more rewarding than pizza.
  • Celebrations and family events are important to the whole community. For events, there are great options like fruit and salad from the garden.

Food from Home

  • Students, families and staff are encouraged to follow OUSD’s Healthy Food Guidelines when bringing snacks, meals or drinks on to campus (no matter what time of day!)
  • Food should not be taken from students as long as it is eaten during designated times in designated school spaces.

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Key Points about Physical Activity + Physical Education

All students should have access to high-quality physical activity on OUSD school campuses:

  • All elementary students should have 100 minutes a week of physical education (CA Ed Code)
  • All secondary students should have 200 minutes a week of physical education (CA Ed Code)
  • All elementary students should have at least 30 minutes of recess, as well as active brain breaks.
  • All secondary students should have active brain breaks and access to sports and active spaces.
  • Schools should use resources for Safe Routes to School to encourage active transport to and from school (walking, biking, etc.).

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Key Points about

Learning Gardens in OUSD

OUSD schools can have learning gardens - and many do!

New planning and maintenance forms have been developed to support these school gardens.

If your elementary / middle school site has a school garden, the Garden Steward role may be a good fit.

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Key Points about

Staff Wellness

An OUSD Staff Wellness Theory of Action and accompanying strategies are being developed and supported by District leadership. These strategies expand beyond actions by individual staff to look at wellness at a systems level.

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Staff Wellness Champions will be key to providing feedback and engaging colleagues in this work.

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Part 4:

What does this mean for me as a Wellness Champion / School Site Stakeholder?

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As a Wellness Champion / School Site Stakeholder…

Know there is a School Board approved district policy to support your work.

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It is your role and opportunity to advocate and work with your school community on a wellness action plan for your school.

You are a leader in making these visions and goals real, in a way that is responsive to the needs of your school community.

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Additional Tools & Information about the OUSD Wellness Policy + Administrative Regulations

Please look over these resources - you will be asked to read the policy in detail as part of this orientation :)

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More resources are available and will be developed! Additional information and resources can also be found at www.ousd.org/schoolwellness under “Wellness Policy”

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End of presentation -

Thank you!

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Wellness Champions completing the online orientation - please return to the orientation website.

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