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Physical Education and Parent Involvement
Parents play a vital role in the health of their children. Making good choices regarding physical activity and nutritious food leads to improved student health -- and healthier students are better learners.
So what can parents and families do? Here are a few ideas.
Provide opportunities for activity. Enroll your children in after school sports, classes or recreational activities. Expose them to a variety of physical activities. Identify ways to be active around your home or neighborhood.
Encourage healthy eating habits. Provide healthy snacks. Prepare meals with food from all of the food groups. Cook with your children.
Be a role model. Be active regularly -- and invite your children to join you. Reduce your own television and computer time. Cook more and eat out less.
Monitor screen time. Limit the time spent each day using computers, video games and television. Avoid eating in front of the television. Provide alternative activites for children to enjoy.