Become a WVHSIA

Become a WV Healthy School in Action

Let’s work together to create a school culture that values healthy behaviors and empowers your students to make healthy choices! In becoming a West Virginia Healthy School in Action (WVHSIA) you are supercharging student wellness by providing your school wellness team professional development to complete the School Health Index (SHI) and then creating data-driven health plans for your school. Plus, with ongoing support from the Center for ActiveWV’s WVHSIA team, your school will excel in promoting student wellness! To recognize your success, you will receive a banner to display and statewide recognition, celebrating your commitment to creating healthier, happier school environments.

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Here are the steps to becoming a West Virginia Healthy School in Action:

  • Designate a school Wellness Team with a motivated leader
  • Complete a virtual learning module about the CDC’s School Health Index (SHI)
  • Complete the virtual School Health Index (SHI assessment for your school)
  • From the results of the SHI, develop a School Health Action Plan to share with your school and community
  • Celebrate and share your successes to inspire others to join the movement for healthier schools!

If you want to learn more about becoming a WV Healthy School in Action, please complete the form below  to receive an email with more information and a guide for completing the WVHSIA requirements. 

Join Our Statewide School Health Movement Today! Empower your students and staff with resources and programs that promote physical and mental well-being and helps create healthy, vibrant school communities. Let’s shape the future of school health in West Virginia together!

Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies,
Brighter
Futures.

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WV Healthy Schools in Action Project: [email protected]

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