The following is a press release from Spokane Public Schools:
For the second year in a row, Audubon Elementary was named one of America’s healthiest schools by Healthier Generation one of only two Washington schools to be recognized.
But what makes a healthy school? For Audubon, it’s more than just making sure kids are active at recess and eat plenty of apple slices at lunch. Being a healthy school requires a holistic approach that involves students, staff and families. It includes ensuring that staff needs are met, that students are consistently being served where they’re at in life, and that families are supported in numerous ways.
“At Audubon, we have a lot of students with a lot of high needs, as well as their families,” said counselor Aftan Lissy. “I think that everyone here goes above and beyond to focus on those wellness pieces and look at students and families in such a holistic way. It makes this building feel …