
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.
At Sun Valley Elementary, students and staff are making hydration a healthy habit! With over 300 students and 100 staff members, the school saw an opportunity to make water more accessible — and the results have been refreshing.
By installing an additional water filling station, the school has cut down wait times and made it easier for everyone to refill bottles throughout the day. This small change has made a big difference. This promotes better hydration, supports overall wellness, and reinforces healthy habits that last beyond the classroom.
Healthy students are happy, focused students and Sun Valley Elementary is showing how simple environmental improvements can create a positive ripple effect on health and learning.
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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.