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Healthier Generation Surveys Find Families Seek to Strengthen Social-Emotional Health, Physical Activity and Healthy Eating Habits

(September 1, 2020) – In recent surveys conducted by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation (Healthier…

Healthier Generation Celebrates School Leaders Addressing Student Health Needs Relevant During COVID-19 Crisis

(August 25, 2020) – The Alliance for a Healthier Generation (Healthier Generation), one of the nation’s…

America's Healthiest Schools 2024

Healthy Schools, Popular, Social-Emotional Health

#SEHealthChat – COVID-19 & Back-to-School: Recap & Top Takeaways

On August 6, Healthier Generation teamed up with Harmony SEL and Kaiser Permanente to co-host a Twitter chat:…

Cross-Sector Collaborations, Healthy Out-of-School Time

Leveraging E-Commerce to Support Children’s Health

As youth-serving organizations develop their re-opening strategies, many are facing operational challenges…

Healthy Out-of-School Time, Physical Activity

4 Ways to Champion Inclusive Physical Activity

From relieving stress to getting a better night’s sleep, physical activity is one of the most important things…

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Announces Statewide Initiative To Markedly Improve Health Outcomes through Diabetes Free SC

This announcement was originally published on southcarolinablues.com. Columbia, S.C. — Long before the…

Collaboration Provides Park and Recreation Profession with Resources to Address Substance Misuse Among Youth

Ashburn, Va. (June 18, 2020) — The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), the Afterschool Alliance…

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Strike a Healthy Balance Between Sleep & Screentime

In‌ ‌work‌ ‌and‌ ‌play,‌ healthy‌ ‌sleep‌ helps you shine. Concentration, accuracy, attitude, learning, and memory all improve with a consistent bedtime routine.

A Message from Healthier Generation on Race and Public Health

As a public health organization that works with and for community, we have been following the evolving…

Healthy Eating, Nutrition, Recipes, Sleep

Eat Right, Sleep Tight: Snack Ideas to Fight Fatigue and Rest Better at Night

Sleep and nutrition are closely linked. When short on sleep, our tired brains and bodies seek out energy to…

Celebrations, Popular

Share, Listen & Learn: What I’m Taking from this School Year

For more than 13 years, Shauvon Simmons-Wright has supported the work of school wellness teams across the…

Healthier Generation & Kohl’s Help Families Stay Active Amid New Normal

(May 11, 2020) - Today, the Alliance for a Healthier Generation (Healthier Generation) and Kohl’s released…

Healthy Communities, Healthy Celebrations, Healthy Schools

Thank You, Teachers

Teacher Appreciation Week takes on new meaning this year. While our school environments and routines have…

Family Engagement, Popular, Social-Emotional Health

Self-Care Tips for Parents and Caregivers from a Health Psychologist

Parents, grandparents and any adults who care for children are amazing people with tough jobs. As a caregiver…

Family Engagement, Healthy Role Models, Popular, Professional Development, Social-Emotional Health

Supporting Families with Stress Management

Happy, healthy kids start with happy, healthy adults. We know that now more than ever, educators are working…

Healthy Eating, Nutrition, Popular

5 Immune-Boosting Foods to Feed Your Family Now

Cooking for your family can feel like a herculean task during normal times, but then again, these times are…

Family Engagement, Healthy Eating, Healthy Out-of-School Time, Popular, Social-Emotional Health

3 Ways Families Can Promote Fun & Wellness At Home

If you're like us, you may be craving some new inspiration for ways to engage your mind and body while…

Healthy Schools, Popular, Social-Emotional Health

Connecting with Students in a Virtual Space

As educators, we know that teaching is way more than just delivering content – it’s about the environment you…

Family Engagement, Fitness Break, Physical Activity, Physical Education, Popular

Keeping Kids Physically Active at Home

During times of stress, it may feel overwhelming to prioritize physical activity. But, maintaining our active…

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