Bridgeton Public School Wellness Committee

Staff members enjoyed our Wellness Wednesday Event, Game On & Unwind, on March 26 at Buckshutem Road School! They had the opportunity to play a variety of board games and to enjoy a healthy trail mix as a snack.

Food connects us to a healthier tomorrow! Eating balanced meals is the best and simplest way to invest in your health. During this National Nutrition Month, this is the perfect time to reflect on the connection of how the food we eat can influence our bodies. By making small strides such as eating together as a family, trying new recipes together, or learning about the nutrients in food we are able to nourish both our bodies and relationships!

🌱 Rooted in Wellness: Canning, Freezing, and Dehydrating Local Produce! 🍓🥒

What a fantastic hands-on experience at our recent Rooted in Wellness event! Staff learned how to preserve the season’s bounty with expert guidance from Allison Metelow, District Nutritionist, and Kristine Peppe, Farm to School Coordinator. 👩‍🍳👩‍🌾

✅ Blanching green beans for optimal freezer storage
✅ Making homemade strawberry jam 🍓🍯
✅ Canning refrigerator pickles 🥒✨

From farm-fresh to shelf-stable, these skills empower us to enjoy local produce all year long! 🌾🍽️

📸 Check out some highlights from the event! ⬇️

Did you know that more Americans than ever are eating alone? With busy lifestyles it becomes more difficult to share meals with our loved ones, however during this National Nutrition Month, we would like to remind ourselves of the benefits of eating meals together.

March is National Nutrition Month and this year’s theme is “Food Connects Us.” Food holds a unique power that can go beyond language barriers to bring people together. Every dish tells a story and carries a rich history. To commence this month we invite you all to share a recipe that brings you together with those you value most. Share a picture in the comments and tell us about it!

We had a blast celebrating Heart Month with YOU! ❤️🥁

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for an afternoon of movement, heart-healthy snacks, and wellness fun! From energizing Cardio Drumming sessions to crafting delicious DIY trail mix, we loved seeing our Bridgeton Public Schools staff prioritize their heart health.

Special shoutout to DRUM2BFIT for providing a fun way to keep our hearts happy and strong! 💪✨

February is Heart Month, and we’re celebrating YOU with an exciting afternoon of wellness!
All Bridgeton Public Schools Staff are invited to join us on February 5th in the Broad Street Cafeteria from 1:00 to 3:30 PM for:
•Cardio Drumming Classes: Move to the beat and boost your heart health!
o 1:30 – 2:00 PM
o 2:15 – 2:45 PM
o 3:00 – 3:30 PM
•Heart-Healthy Snack Creation: Learn how to whip up a delicious and nutritious trail mix.
•American Heart Association Info: Take home tips and tools to keep your heart happy and healthy!
Don’t miss this chance to focus on your heart health while having fun! 🥁❤️

Happy World Mental Health Day From Bridgeton Public Schools!

World Mental Health Day was established on October 10,1992 by the World Federation for Mental Health. Since then, it has been observed every year to raise awareness in the global community about critical mental health agendas through collaboration with various partners to take action and create lasting change. Over the years, this day has gained momentum, becoming a platform for governments, organizations, and individuals to develop initiatives that focus on various aspects of mental health care.

Information from: https://wmhdofficial.com/about-2024/

Attention BPS Community! Our Human Resources department will be hosting a job fair at the Cumberland County Library, on October 3, 2024, from 1-3 pm. You don't want to miss this if you're currently job searching! Come and see what we have available.
Click the link below to register by September 30th.

https://bridgetonk12.jotform.com/230044064281041

Bridgeton staff members are invited to join us for the last Wellness Wednesday of the school year to play Bingo! Prizes for our Bingo winners will be produce bundles. 🍎🥬