The month of May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. This month-long celebration is a wonderful opportunity for us to highlight the quality Health and Physical Education programs that exist in Henrico County.
National Physical Fitness and Sports Month is a great time to promote the benefits of physical activity. Getting active increases your chances of living longer and can help you:
- Control your blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight.
- Raise your "good" cholesterol.
- Prevent heart disease, colorectal cancer, and type 2 diabetes
Here are some tips to help you get active:
- Aim for at least 2 hours and 30 minutes of moderate activity a week. This includes things like walking fast, dancing, or biking.
- Do muscle-strengthening activities at least 2 days a week. Be sure to strengthen all major muscle groups including the legs, hips, back, chest, stomach, shoulders, and arms.
Click on this link to see a list events being held in our schools and community throughout the month of May
Mission and Vision Statement
HCPS will provide a comprehensive, progressive and articulated health and physical education program through quality, research-based K-12 instruction. Our students will attain the knowledge and skills to be active and healthy for life in the 21st century.
We believe…
- Wellness (Health and Fitness) and Learning are interdependent
- Highly qualified instructors will deliver an aligned curriculum of best practices to all students
- The learning environment is safe and accessible to all students
- Fitness and academic data will be utilized to assess and evaluate the program
- HPE teachers require content-specific staff development and opportunities for collaboration
- HPE teachers will be role models of fitness and lifelong learners
- In the value of fitness practices to increase lifetime activity and reduce sedentary behaviors
- Parents and community partners are vital components for the success of the program
HCPS is dedicated to the mission and vision of quality health and physical education for all students to be healthy and successful in the 21st century.
Benita Turner, Educational Specialist
804-652-3741
mbturner@henrico.k12.va.us
