Fitness Gram

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We have 325 students in our 3rd, 4th, & 5th grades that participate in Fitness Gram.  We are a new school, but we are seeing small improvements in performance each year.  In 2010 16% of our students tested were overweight and 11% were obese or severely obese.  This is compared with our district percentage of 39% overweight.  

The President's Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition (PCFSN) has unveiled a new school-based program that promotes health and regular physical activity for America's youth. The new Presidential Yo­uth Fitness Program emphasizes health over performance, and it provides options for professional development as well as materials to help physical educators implement the program. The Presidential Youth Fitness Program also provides clear and authoritative information to help parents understand the benefits of regular activity for their children.