APS Wellness policy and POLICY IMPLEMENTATION Procedures (PIP)

The current Wellness Policy and Policy Implementation Procedures for Arlington County Public Schools support a focus on wellness and the whole child. Schools establish Wellness Councils, complete self-assessments, and publicize wellness activities to their school communities.
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Health and Fitness Toolkit 

"A Practice-based Health and Fitness Toolkit for Improving Educational Outcomes" was researched and assembled by the Arlington County Public Health Division, at the request of the Arlington Public Schools Superintendent.

APS FOOD ALLERGY GUIDELINES

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Arlington Public Schools (APS) aims to provide a safe, academically enriching, and socially accepting setting for all students.

Guidelines were developed by SHAB to specifically address the needs of students who live with life-threatening (primarily) food allergies. All APS schools are encouraged to implement these evidence-based recommendations, which outline prevention and response protocols.

ScHOOL BOARD POLICIES

Did you know? Recess minimums for elementary schools are 30 minutes per day.

NEXT SHAB MEETING

Meeting Schedule for 2023-2024 
Wednesday, September 13th
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
​Syphax 131

SHAB usually meets the third Wednesday of the month 
In person 

Go to Meeting Agendas and Notes

Priority areaS

  1. Assessment and Best Practices
  2. Nutrition and Physical Activity
  3. Allergy and Anaphylaxis
  4. Socio-Emotional Health
  5. Environmental Health and Asthma​​
  6. ​Screen Use in Schools
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Arlington Campers at Drink Up event

Best Practices