
Education Sector Highlight: Run Club + Wellness Equipment | Melrose Elementary
Acquired a new massage chair for staff room, 6 picnic + full size tables for outdoor activities, a new Gaga Pit, and supported Run Club by covering cost of coaches.
Mountain Valley Elementary School has been recognized for its dedication to wellness initiatives, receiving the Mountaineers Helping Mountaineers award. This honor highlights the school’s commitment to going the extra mile in promoting health and well-being among students and staff. Pictured in the celebration are Principal Teresa Guill, Physical Education Teacher Jenni Connors, and Angela Watkins, Program Coordinator for WV Healthy Schools in Action. Their efforts are making a lasting impact, fostering a culture of wellness within the school community.

Acquired a new massage chair for staff room, 6 picnic + full size tables for outdoor activities, a new Gaga Pit, and supported Run Club by covering cost of coaches.

Taught emotional regulation skills to students and created a calming room for them to practice. They’ve also invested in new recess equipment for students and yoga for staff.

Montcalm has used equipment funded through WV Healthy Schools for Run Club, PE, and wellness. Equipment has also facilitated after school functions.