The Wellness Committee advises the district on recommended policies, practices, and programs that support and improve the overall health of the school community. This includes monitoring the district School Wellness Policy that includes goals for nutrition education, physical activity, school activities, and nutrition standards for all foods available on each school campus. The committee has membership comprised of parents, students, community members, the school board, school administrators, and teachers.
Vision Statement
Optimal wellness for students, school, and community
Mission Statement
To develop, communicate, and support recommended policies, practices, and programs that result in an environment of overall health and excellence in education for the entire school community.
Melissa Cooper, Assistant Superintendent of Learning Services
Jessica Gould, Director, Nutrition Services
Catie Gambrell, Assistant Principal, Newton Middle School
Jessica Slattery, Principal Lenski Elementary
Kathryn Knabel, Nutrition Services Supervisor
Lucy Pritchard, School Age Child Care Activity Aide
Kathleen Davis, Human Resources Specialist
Angie Bennett, Arapahoe County Health Department