Elk Grove Unified takes a comprehensive approach to overall health recognizing that healthy bodies and healthy minds contribute to increased academic performance, improved attendance and positive behavior for healthy learning. In recognizing the link between student health and learning, the district promotes healthy eating and physical activity, as well as opportunities for students to further develop their social, emotional and psychological well-being. To assist in developing, implementing, monitoring, reviewing, and, as necessary, revising school nutrition, physical activity and social, emotional and psychological well- being policies the Wellness Advisory Committee (WAC) was formed.
The WAC consists of a group of individuals representing the school and community, and includes district administrators, health professionals, school nurses, health educators, physical education teachers, counselors, and/or others interested in school health issues. The following eight components contribute to the health and well-being of students and comprise the areas of responsibility for the WAC:
- Health Education
- Physical Education
- Health Services
- Nutrition Services
- Mental Health and Social Services
- Healthy and Safe School Environment
- Health Promotion for Staff
- Family and Community Involvement
Wellness Resources
Food and Nutrition Services
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
Student Support and Health Services
Social/Emotional Services
Bullying Prevention
Digital Citizenship/Internet Safety
Wellness Policy
Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Learning
