Health & Wellness

Briar Vista is committed to a healthy and balanced environment for our children. From healthy food, to exercise, to clean products we are dedicated to a spirit of wellness. Here are just a few websites that we recommend.

Want to get in on the conversation? Email us with suggestions at any time!

Go Noodle
Ideas from the Go Noodle team for movement during recess or breaks
Go Noodle App
For use in the classroom
Spark Life
Powering Your Brain Through Exercise
ABC For Fitness
Three ten minute bursts of activity throughout the day
Fuel Up to Play
school.fueluptoplay60.com
Study showing links between increased physical activity and better brain function (i.e. learning!)
Ways to increase physical activity in children
More research on how important physical activity is for children’s cognitive development
Many more studies on the importance of physical activity to learning

Healthy Snack Ideas
More Snack Ideas
Vegetarian Snack Ideas
Nutrition Detectives
Chef Ann/ Lunch rooms
Briar Vista’s Garden Helpers
Briar Vista’s Garden Grant
Ideas for Parents for Alternative Non-food Classroom Celebrations
Positive Psychology in the Classroom
Research Study
The Case for Positive Education in the Classroom
The CDC’s Tips for Teachers
Georgia Safe Routes to School (Sponsor of the Walk to School Days)
DeKalb County’s Wellness Program
Let’s Move
Food Fight
helping schools with better food choices
Alliance for a Healthier Generation