Get Active and Have Fun!

Steps for Schools is a 5-day fitness competition between participating elementary schools throughout Ventura County. Students earn "steps" (points) for schools based on how much time they spend doing physical activities like walking or biking to school, playing soccer at recess, and rolling around the neighborhood in their wheelchairs. The school with the most steps per participant wins the title of "Steps for Schools Winner 2018"! Prizes will be awarded to one lucky student and to the winning classroom.

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"In addition to being fun, regular physical activity strengthens bones and muscles, increases self-esteem, and provides many other health benefits. Physical activity, along with eating healthy foods, can help children live healthier lives and perform better in school." --LetsMove.gov, former First Lady Michelle Obama's national health initiative

 

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Active Living

People of all types, shapes, sizes, and abilities can benefit from being physically active. The more you do, the greater the health benefits and the better you'll feel.

Healthy Eating

Everything you eat and drink matters--focus on Variety, Amount, and Nutrition.

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Timeline

Steps for Schools is a week-long competition in April. Find specifics here.

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