Loring Community School was recognized as one of America's healthiest schools!
Loring is one of only 461 schools nationwide, and two in Minnesota, to achieve recognition as one of “America’s Healthiest Schools.” The school earned this distinction by successfully meeting a rigorous set of criteria for serving healthier meals and snacks, getting students moving more, offering high-quality health and physical education, and empowering school leaders to be healthy role models.
Active School Day
The CDC recommends children get 60 minutes of physical activity every day. Schools can create environments that encourage movement at all times during the day.
Opportunities to practice skills are critical for development, learning healthy behaviors, and creating a foundation for lifelong health and well-being.
Benefits associated with regular physical activity include:
To learn more, visit the CDC physical activity guidelines.
Join the Physical Activity Movement!
Active Recess
An approach designed to both increase physical activity levels of students during recess as well as decrease incidents of problem behavior on the playground. Learn how to get involved!
Brain Break Videos
Alliance for a Healthier Generation Fitness Breaks Videos
Ideas to Incorporate Physical Activity into the Classroom
Studies show kids who incorporate physical activity into their day perform better academically, have better attendance, and an improvement in concentration.
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