their children . Anoka-Hennepin School District will share information about healthy food options available in school and suggestions for home .
2 . Anoka-Hennepin School District will provide information about physical education and other school-based physical activity opportunities before , during and after the school day and will support parents ’ efforts to provide their children with opportunities to be physically active outside of school .
B . Product Marketing in Schools
1 . School based marketing will be consistent with nutrition education and health promotion . The promotion of healthy foods including fruits , vegetables , whole grains and low-fat dairy products is encouraged .
2 . Schools are encouraged to consider nutritious products , competitive pricing , and product placement and promotion strategies for the consumption of healthy foods .
C . Opportunities Before and After School
1 . Anoka-Hennepin School District encourages the participation of all students in activities such as co-curricular activities , extra-curricular activities , Community Education programs , community and family activities that promote physical activity .
2 . Anoka-Hennepin School District and individual schools will offer a range of activities that meet the needs , interests and abilities of all students including boys , girls , students with disabilities and students with special healthcare needs .
3 . Anoka-Hennepin School District encourages community use of its facilities for physical activity outside of the normal school day consistent with the district ’ s facility use policy .
4 . All schools will offer physical activity programs such as co-curricular , extra-curricular , intramural or Community Ed programs .
5 . After school childcare and enrichment programs will provide and encourage – verbally and through the provision of space , equipment and activities – daily periods of moderate to vigorous physical activity for all participants .
D . Food and Beverages Served and / or Sold Outside of the School Day 1 . It is a goal that when fundraisers involve selling food , they should promote positive health habits . Information will be provided on fundraising opportunities that promote health and wellness . Schools will collaborate with parent groups and booster clubs to select healthy foods and snacks as part of their programs .
2 . It is the goal that concession stands promote and provide nutrient rich food and beverage choices .
V . Curriculum
A . Schools will provide education to foster lifelong habits of healthy eating and physical activity . Schools will establish linkages between health education , physical education , school meal programs and related community services . B . Integrating Nutrition Education into the Classroom Setting
1 . Schools will provide nutrition education and engage in nutrition promotion that : a . is offered as part of a comprehensive , stadardsbased program designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote and protect their health ; b . is part of not only health education and Family and Consumer Science classes but could also be referenced in other subjects as appropriate ; c . promotes fruits , vegetables , whole grain products , low-fat and fat-free dairy products , healthy food preparation methods and health enhancing nutrition practices ; d . emphasizes caloric balance between food intake and energy expenditure ( physical activity / exercise ); e . links with school meal programs , other school food and nutrition related community services ; f . teaches media literacy with an emphasis on food marketing ; and g . includes training for teachers and other staff . h . may include school gardens as a proper study for students in experiential learning to understanding the science of growth of plants for food and the place of plant matter in the ecological system .
2 . Staff is encouraged to model good nutrition . C . Physical Education
1 . All students will be provided opportunities for physical education as defined by Anoka-Hennepin School District curriculum guidelines .
2 . Students will spend at least 50 percent of physical education class time participating in moderate to vigorous physical activity .
D . Integrating Physical Activity into the Classroom Setting
1 . Classroom teachers are encouraged to develop opportunities for physical activity that can be incorporated into subject lessons and are encouraged to provide short , physical activity breaks during class . 2 . Staff is encouraged to model physical activity . 3 . Staff is encouraged to find creative ways to promote physical activity before , during and after the school day . E . Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle
1 . Classroom health education will complement physical education by reinforcing the knowledge and self-management skills needed to maintain a physically active lifestyle and to reduce time spent on sedentary activities such as watching television .
2 . The district ’ s Transportation Department , with the help of Safe Routes to School , will work with the schools to promote safe , active trips on foot and bicycle for children not eligible for bus transportation .
F . Rewards and Punishment
1 . Physical activity is important , therefore , staff will use reasonable judgment before using physical activity or the withholding of physical activity as punishment . ” Ex : all students should participate in scheduled physical activities , but if a student is disruptive during recess or a physical education class , the teacher may restrict the student ’ s involvement to gain control of their behavior .”