School Resources

Professional Development

Active Academics® for K-8 Teachers

Active Academics® for K-8 Teachers is a professional development resource designed for teachers, administrators, program coordinators, parents, and others with an interest in promoting physical activity among youth. This free Active Academics® Training was created to help reach members of our educational communities with a resource to learn about physical activity recommendations and benefits, as well as tips for integrating physical activity in the classroom and throughout the day.

WSCC Model

The CDC Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) Model offers a holistic approach to education, addressing students' cognitive, physical, social, and emotional needs. The related learning activities in this free online training provide the tools and knowledge to implement comprehensive school heath programming based on the evidence-based WSCC model.

Data Analysis for School Health

Measuring school health is essential. It forms the foundation for informed decision-making. It helps schools identify areas of improvement, allocate resources effectively, and create a safe and healthy environment for students and staff. The related learning activities in this free online training provide the tools and knowledge to conduct school health assessment using a range of tools including the School Health Index (SHI).

Wellness at Work

This free, online training is for K-12 educators, staff, and administrators committed to fostering a healthy work environment. The related learning activities provide tools and knowledge to implement wellness programs, supportive policies, and environmental strategies.

Teaching Tool

Active Academics® Learning on the Move Active Academics®

Active Academics® Learning on the Move Active Academics® is a free resource for classroom teachers to provide practical physical activity ideas that can be integrated into regular classroom content areas. Get students "up and moving" while still engaged in the academic learning process. Our standards-based activity ideas utilize the Common Core Standards as well as national standards. This resource includes a variety of activities for PreK - 5th grade classrooms including: (1) Active lesson ideas to enhance the learning of content in math, reading / language arts, health, physical education, science, and social studies. (2) Classroom Energizers that are simple ideas to give students a "moving break" from classroom activities. (3) Recess and lunchtime break activities that are appropriate for large groups in large spaces and take little instruction. (4) Physical Education enhancement activities for the classroom teacher.

Teaching Tool

WV Healthy Kids

WV Healthy Kids is a free web-based educational lesson for teachers and other leaders to implement as part of their instruction related to physical activity, good nutrition, and overall health. In addition to the lesson content, learners will have opportunities to answer questions to check for understanding, analyze their own physical activity level and dietary intake, and consider setting goals to improve their health. The lesson is designed for use with 5th-8th graders in a variety of settings: academic, health program, or community-based program. The lesson can be done in the classroom or at home! Go to www.wvhealthykids.com to view instructions for use, lesson objectives, and a preview of the WV Healthy Kids lesson can be found by clicking the button below.

Technical Assistance

WV CARDIAC Project

The WV CARDIAC Project is a chronic disease risk factor surveillance, intervention, and research initiative, aimed at combating the unacceptably high prevalence of heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses in West Virginia. This technical assistance brief provides a quick reference guider for WVU Extension Health Educators and other school district personnel who are engaged with the related health screening process at various levels.

Improving the culture of physical activity in our state by providing awareness, education, guidance, and opportunities.

Center for ActiveWV: [email protected]

WV Physical Activity Plan: [email protected]

WV CARDIAC Project: [email protected] 

Be Healthy Project: [email protected]

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