#BeWell34 Student Wellness Policy

In accordance with 7 CFR 210.31(c), a Local Education Agency that participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and/or School Breakfast Program (SBP) must establish a Local School Wellness Policy for all schools under its jurisdiction. As of June 30, 2017, Local Wellness Policies must meet the minimum requirements set forth in the Final Rule: Local School Wellness Policy Implementation Under the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010.

Local Wellness Policies are a valuable tool in the promotion of student health and wellness through the NSLP and SBP. Schools play an essential role in preparing students for successful futures, and proper nutrition and physical activity is key to creating constructive learning environments. Local Wellness Policies provide guidance to further support schools efforts to provide students with a successful and healthy future.

This policy was updated based on input from the committee. The committee met to review the policy on April 11, 2023; the committee provided input on the policy, the progress to 2023-2024 goals and suggestions for 2024-2025 goals in an online survey in May 2024. 

Wellness Policy Committee

Co-Chairs

Rebecca Latham, Executive Director of Communications & Strategic Planning

Stacy Lenihan, Director of Food & Nutrition Services

D34 Teachers & Staff

Claire Bansberg
Kathy Carter
Karen Hitzeman
Erica Johnson
Brenda Monti
Lisa Nathaus
Jennifer Nelson
Jenn Parker
Tracy Pickerel
Allie Rothschild 

D34 Families

Kate Ahmed
Joanna Kaminska
Eesha Masrani
Kristina Mitton
Heidi Ortiz
Jen Rubin
Krista Schrage
Margo Shaw
Dan Vosnos

2024-2025 Student Wellness Goals

Goal 1: Continue the #BeWell34 Student Wellness Challenge in 2025, with a 20% growth in participation from 2024 District-wide and at each building.  

Goal 2: Increase opportunities for before- or after-school enrichment activities that encourage student health and wellness. Find funding sources to make programs accessible to those with financial constraints. Ensure that all students have access to at least one additional wellness-related enrichment program by Spring 2025.

Goal 3: Create an event offering healthy taste-testing opportunities for students that inform cafeteria menu options. 

Previous Goals

#BeWell34 Student Wellness Policy

Committee Responsibilities