Wellness in the Schools (WITS) is a national non-profit that inspires healthy eating and fitness for kids in public schools.
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By Alex Parks Systemic change in the world of food is a tough nut to crack. That’s why Wellness in the Schools and FEAST work together to make a lasting … Continue reading “A Winning Recipe: Wellness in the Schools and FEAST”
How Will We Roar? By Nancy Easton A new year. A new decade. The roaring 20’s. Let’s see how we will roar. For me, a time to reflect, reconnect and … Continue reading “How Will We Roar?”
Early this year, Mayor Bill de Blasio and Schools Chancellor Richard A. Carranza announced the first 50 schools accepted to the Bronx Plan, which was launched last year. Over the next … Continue reading “Better Together: the Bronx Plan”
Errol leads our Coach for Kids program in schools. He has been a crucial team member in the past 4 years, coaching students and providing professional development for teachers and … Continue reading “Back to School with Errol Jones, Coach for Kids Program Manager”
Wellness in the Schools has grown exponentially in the past few years, thanks to demand from across the country. With roots in a tiny classroom in New York City, the … Continue reading “Growth Within Our Capital”
In early October, during our Fall Harvest Dinner, the lucky guests enjoyed a variety of delicious and unique dishes, ranging from summer squash Som Tum soup with rooftop shiso to … Continue reading “Using Her Skills for Good: James Beard Award-winning Chef Andrea Reusing”
National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month is coming to an end, but the conversation has to be ongoing. Childhood obesity can be a difficult but necessary conversation. We focus 100% on … Continue reading “National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month Statement by Nancy Easton”
Summer Chef Partner Tip: We are pleased to announce our new Chef Partner, Dominick Maietta, the Chef de Cuisine for Coqueta in San Francisco. Chef Maietta was born and raised … Continue reading “Summer Chef / Fitness Partner Tip”
By: Melissa Neubart This summer, we had the pleasure of welcoming two new members to our Board of Directors, Allison Grover and David Mansbach. Both bring unique passions and experiences … Continue reading “Allison Grover and David Mansbach join WITS Board of Directors”
By: Ricardo Diaz One year ago, the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) showcased an edible garden as part of their educational center. The Edible Academy is a state-of-the-art educational facility … Continue reading “Green for Kids and Cook for Kids in the Bronx”
