Somers Intermediate School

Mrs. Kelton: Health Educator

Dear Parents, Teachers, and Staff,

We are implementing a new and exciting campaign called “Fit Kids” sponsored by the Westchester County Department of Health. This program is designed to enhance the health and wellness among our students, faculty and staff. “Fit Kids,” is a program sponsored by Westchester County Executive, Andrew J. Spano, designed to combat the epidemic of childhood obesity by promoting quality nutrition habits and regular physical activity.

The aim of this program is to encourage our students to participate in the “Fit Kids” campaign, so that they can gain knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed to further develop healthy eating and physical activity behaviors. We will begin our program at Primrose and the Intermediate School with “Wellness Wednesdays” beginning March 3^rd, 2004. Wednesday’s in our two primary schools will be designated to raise health awareness among students, teachers, administrators, and parents. Every Wednesday beginning on March 3^rd we will encourage all students, teachers and staff to pack healthy snacks, encourage a more active lifestyle and focus on healthy choices.

Your child will be coming home with more information and suggestions for healthy snacks and lunches. Thank you for your cooperation and enthusiasm, we are looking forward to implementing this program in Somers.