IOM concludes schools "can and should play major role in getting kids active"
On Thursday, May 23 the Institute of Medicine released a new report, "Educating the Student Body: Taking Physical Activity & Physical Education to Schools." Among the findings: "Active kids show greater attention, have faster cognitive processing speed, & perform better on standardized tests". Find the full report here.
100 Mile Club & Fuel Up to Play 60 Team Up for Success
How can you amplify the success of your school wellness program? Partner it with another winner! Cascade Christian School is Frederickson, WA ramps up student movement with both 100 Mile Club & Fuel Up to Play 60. Read their story.
Q&A With Champions Behind 100 Mile Club, BOKS, & Just Move
Thanks to all who tuned in to our Google+ Hangout on 4/11. Missed the live broadcast? We encourage anyone applying for an Acceleration Grant is to watch the reply and hear from three trailblazers paving the way for Active Schools around the nation. Watch here.
ASAP is in the News
Explore print, radio, and television coverage featuring ASAP, ChildObesity180 and forward thinking active schools from around the country. Take me there.
First Lady Launches 'Let's Move! Active Schools'
First Lady Michelle Obama calls on champions from across America to come forward, step up, and take action to boost physical activity in our nation's schools.