Mission, Texas- The extra focus on providing a healthy learning environment for students is resulting in continued national rankings for several Mission Consolidated Independent School District (CISD) schools. Four schools made the Alliance for a Healthier Generation (Healthier Generation) 2019 list of America’s Healthiest Schools.
Captain J. Castro Elementary School, Cavazos Elementary School, Marcell Elementary School, and Mission Collegiate High School all received Silver Awards for their efforts and inclusion on this year’s list of America’s Healthiest Schools. The district’s 17 other schools earned a spot on the listing last year and maintain that honor until the 2020 list is released.
The Healthier Generation indicates 77% of the schools earning the honors this year are Title 1 schools that serve high need student populations. The awards are based on the number of best-practices implemented relating to children’s health. Healthier Generation’s team of school health experts evaluate schools based on their ability to serve healthier meals and snacks, get students moving more, offer high-quality health and physical education, and support staff wellness.
All of the schools making the list of America’s Healthiest Schools: meet or exceed federal nutrition standards for school meals and snacks; offer breakfast daily; incorporate physical activity before, during or after the school day; implement district wellness policies and update progress annually; involve parents and community members in decision-making.
To view the complete list of America’s Healthiest Schools visit, www.healthiestschools.org.
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