Robert C. Hatch High School

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Uniontown, Alabama

Healthier teachers will lead to healthier students. That is what the school wellness council at Robert C. Hatch High School firmly believes. School administrators say that although it can be hard to convince teachers to find the time in their busy schedules to exercise and take care of themselves, the concept of wellness is of great interest to everyone.

“The teachers are more interested in practicing healthier lifestyle behaviors. They recognize the significance of feeling better mentally and physically,” said Syreeta Herrion, physical education and health teacher.

This year the wellness council partnered with the public health department to hold a health-screening event for staff and faculty. Available screenings included height, weight, blood pressure, bone density, blood sugar and cholesterol testing. They plan on making this an annual event and look forward to continuing to help staff and faculty get more interested in their personal health so that they will set a strong example for their students.

As a recipient of the Healthy Schools Program National Recognition Award, this school reached an important benchmark in improving the learning and working environments of students and staff. By making significant changes in the areas of healthy eating, physical activity and staff wellness, this school has joined a growing movement of committed individuals and organizations that are working to combat childhood obesity and foster healthier communities. View all 2008-09 recognized schools >>

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Robert C. Hatch High School

Uniontown, Alabama

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