SFUSD Wellness Policy

The SFUSD Wellness Policy actively promotes the health and wellness of our students, staff and families in order to achieve their greatest potential, every day.

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Inspired by @bernielim and the Freedom Community Clinic, SF educators looking to uplift strategies and resources for the safety + wellbeing of SFUSD community members during this pandemic have created a COVID-19 Resource Guide. Check it out below!👇

https://t.co/PIT0Aji3rq

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Welcome to the cabbage family! 🥬🥦
A plant relative of broccoli and kale, has a clean taste and crunchy texture. It has a mild tang, similar to radishes.Brassica vegetables contain Glucosinolates which help to fight cancer!

#BeWell #WeAreSFUSD #HarvestoftheMonth #HOTM #Cabbage

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Take a few minutes to try out this Voice Recording exercise brought to us by The Teaching Well 🙌💭 Find a link to more TeachingWell activities in our bio #WeAreSFUSD #BeWell #StaffWellness #TeacherWellness #TeachingWell #VoiceRecording

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December’s Harvest of the Month is Lemon & Herbs! 🍋🌿🍋🌿
Check out the link in bio for more Harvest of the Month info.
#BeWell #WeAreSFUSD #HarvestoftheMonth #HOTM #LemonandHerbs #EatWell #HealthEd

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The first full week of December is Inclusive Schools Week!
This week is a time to celebrate the progress that has been made thus far to make schools more inclusive places for marginalized students & where schools can assess where work still needs to be done. #BeWell #WeAreSFUSD

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November is National Native American Heritage Month
In November, we highlight the original inhabitants & stewards of the land that we occupy. We recognize this month & every month, that this land is unceded & continues to be stewarded by the indigenous peoples immemorial
#BeWell

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Today is Trans Day of Remembrance.
This day was created to ensure that the lives & deaths of trans people are honored & recognized with dignity & respect. Everyone we lost deserves to be treasured &recognized as their true selves.
#BeWell #WeAreSFUSD #TransDayofRemembrance

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National Homeless Youth Awareness Month is in November.
Did you know that California public schools enrolled more than 246,000 students experiencing homelessness in the 2022-2023 school year?
Did you know that school can be a safe and consistent place?
#BeWell #WeAreSFUSD #NHYAM

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November’s Harvest of the Month is Pears! 🍐🍐🍐 DId you know that pear trees can live for 250 years! Pears are a good source of vitamins C, K, & the fiber in pears make them an extra tasty snack that can help you stay full! #BeWell #WeAreSFUSD #HarvestoftheMonth #HOTM #Pears

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Today is GSA Day for Gender Justice.
This year, the call to action is for Comprehensive Education Reflects our Histories and Needs.
#WeAreSFUSD #BeWell #GSADay4GJ #ComprehensiveEducation

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Transgender Awareness Week is November 13-19th.
During this week we aim to increase understanding about transgender people and highlight the issues that they are experiencing.
#WeAreSFUSD #BeWell #TransgenderAwarenessWeek #ProtectTransKids

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Need a break? Go for a walk and get your steps in!
Embrace the outdoors with daily adventures, from hiking scenic trails to wandering your neighborhood. Getting your steps in and taking a walk can help clear your head while promoting your physical health!
#WeAreSFUSD #BeWell

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Take a 2 minute break to try out this Alternate Nostril Breathing practice brought to us by The Teaching Well.
They aim to tackle teacher burnout, retention, and staffing challenges by providing services
Find a link to more TeachingWell activities in our bio

#WeAreSFUSD #BeWell

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Are you planning a classroom celebration? Keep the Wellness Policy in mind and try to utilize treats and prizes that aren’t candy! Provide on theme, party snacks and foods that are delicious and nutritious. Don’t forget to add water! Happy classroom partying!
#BeWell #WeAreSFUSD

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October is LGBTQIA+ History Month!
This month we commemorate the beauty and brilliance of all of those in the diverse and intersectional LGBTQIA+ community, especially here in San Francisco. History is LGBTQIA+ History.
#BeWell #WeAreSFUSD #LGBTHistoryMonth #LGBTQIAHistoryMonth

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The third week of October is National Health Education Week! Thank you to our SFUSD Health Teachers & everyone else that supports Health Education in our district. Health Education supports our students, families, staff, & wider communities to live happier & healthier.
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Fall in California means we harvest Apples!
An excellent source of potassium and fiber; apples help us to get through the day in a sweet (or sour) way! Try apples in a variety of ways including; whole, baked, sliced, dipped, and more!
Check out the link in bio for more HoTM info

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Today is LGBTQIA+ Spirit Day! Today is an opportunity to show LGBTQIA+ that you support them by wearing purple! Combat bullying against the LGBTQIA+ by creating a safe and supportive environment at your school site.
#BeWell #WeAreSFUSD #LGBTSpiritDAy #WearPurple

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Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a day to honor Native Peoples and their stewardship and contributions to our land and livelihood. May we remember everyday that the land we occupy is unceded and that indigenous communities across the world deserve sovereignty.
#BeWell #WeAreSFUSD

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National Coming Out Day!
Everyone should feel safe, supported and loved for being who they are. Today in particular we want to celebrate when those in the LGBTQIA+ community that are able to openly be themselves and highlight the work that needs to be done so that others can too.

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We all have Mental Health. Take the time to check in with yourselves and each other. Don’t be afraid or embarrassed to ask for help when you need it! We can work together to overcome stigma and support each other.

#BeWell #WeAreSFUSD #WorldMentalHealthDay