Leah Cox
Executive Director of the California Task Force on Youth & Workplace Wellness

I think most of us recognize that our children are the future. Not to be too 1980s redundant, but if this is so, why is health such an issue for our school children? From high blood pressure to diabetes, chronic diseases and health risk indicators continue to rise. Recognizing this challenge, we at the California Task Force on Youth & Workplace Wellness (Wellness Task Force) are focused on working with school administrators, teachers and students to develop healthier habits.

The Wellness Task Force is a public/private endeavor that brings together educators, health advocates, health providers, athletes and legislators. Broadband is becoming an increasingly important resource to communicate with school districts throughout the state. The Wellness Task Force utilizes several broadband features such as e-newsletters (archived editions can be found on our website), a blog (Fit for Food), and networking sites such as Facebook to share our resources. I’m not sure what the Wellness Task Force would do without Survey Monkey. Our school project, Physical Education Research for Kids (PERK), utilizes this on-line system to conduct research and connect with teachers and administrators across the state. Broadband is helping to expand our outreach quickly and efficiently.

The more school districts we are able to reach — in person or online — the greater success we have in helping our kids develop good habits and lead healthy lifestyles.

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