Grant Opportunities & School Initiatives

Deciding whether to apply for a grant that could provide funding. 1000 stipend for time spent.
Deadline: End of the month.

Three focus areas available:
- Healthy out-of-school time: Unsure if there's enough interest/availability.
- Physical activity breaks: Virtual impact training for teachers and equipment package.
- Healthy eating and nutrition education: Includes smoothies, lattes, and healthy choices.

Impact program aims to support teachers in incorporating twenty minutes of physical activity into daily classroom routines.
Unclear about the percentage of teachers required to participate.
A 250 word essay required on why physical activity breaks are needed; AI can be used.

Healthy Choices: Student-driven plan to improve meal quality and cafeteria environment. 1000 for implementation.
Options include healthy smoothies (problematic due to palatability), healthy lattes (9-12 grade appropriate).

Aims to provide fresh food options (fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy, lean protein) for students in need.
Requires a letter of agreement with the United Dairy Industry of Michigan and a relationship with a local food bank or community partner (Revive).
Requires approval from a school administrator, electrical updates for installing a refrigeration unit.
500 to support printable & digital nutritional educational resources, taste testing, and cooking demonstrations.

Suicide prevention certification, K-12, for teachers.
Requires one administrator and three staff members to complete two online courses.
Development of a community engagement strategy focused on suicide prevention
2000 to begin/develop a comprehensive suicide prevention plan

Need for district-wide training to raise awareness and sensitivity among staff.
Important to address potential insensitivity and ensure all staff are supportive and understanding of students' diverse backgrounds.