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  • John F Kennedy Elementary School
  • Jct City, WI
  • More than a third of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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I have always included wellness breaks in my daily schedule as I absolutely know how important they are for the heart, brain and body. I have used web-based videos, yoga movements, and other ways to get my kiddos up and moving. I have even implemented soft starts in the morning, inviting students to find their own gentle way into the day: drawing, playing with LEGOS, reading, writing, chatting with classmates, or doing absolutely nothing at all. While it is healthy for the entire class to take breaks together, I also realize each child has his or her own unique needs. I believe Wellness Corners with comfy seating and special tools will provide the perfect way for my learners to do some moving or decompressing when needed. My vision is the space will be available to all learners, will be a privilege with expectations, and will provide a brief reprieve from academics. Also, students will use fun stickers for charting their positive behaviors during Wellness Corner use. Modeling "Cougar Pride" (responsible, respectful, safe, & kind) will be an expectation! The products I have selected will benefit the kids by providing choice, comfort, and flexibility to meet individual needs. The colorful pillows and floor chair will provide a comfy place to relax during a wellness break. My blooming artists will be drawn to the scratch art paper and the maze cube and sphere games will interest my students who crave challenges. Finally, some kiddos just need to move, so the balance board will serve as a great alternative to leaving the room. And, for the child who just needs to switch gears from a paper-pencil math activity, could simply step onto the balance board and practice flash cards instead. Wellness Corners will make a difference for my students!

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I have always included wellness breaks in my daily schedule as I absolutely know how important they are for the heart, brain and body. I have used web-based videos, yoga movements, and other ways to get my kiddos up and moving. I have even implemented soft starts in the morning, inviting students to find their own gentle way into the day: drawing, playing with LEGOS, reading, writing, chatting with classmates, or doing absolutely nothing at all. While it is healthy for the entire class to take breaks together, I also realize each child has his or her own unique needs. I believe Wellness Corners with comfy seating and special tools will provide the perfect way for my learners to do some moving or decompressing when needed. My vision is the space will be available to all learners, will be a privilege with expectations, and will provide a brief reprieve from academics. Also, students will use fun stickers for charting their positive behaviors during Wellness Corner use. Modeling "Cougar Pride" (responsible, respectful, safe, & kind) will be an expectation! The products I have selected will benefit the kids by providing choice, comfort, and flexibility to meet individual needs. The colorful pillows and floor chair will provide a comfy place to relax during a wellness break. My blooming artists will be drawn to the scratch art paper and the maze cube and sphere games will interest my students who crave challenges. Finally, some kiddos just need to move, so the balance board will serve as a great alternative to leaving the room. And, for the child who just needs to switch gears from a paper-pencil math activity, could simply step onto the balance board and practice flash cards instead. Wellness Corners will make a difference for my students!

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