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Students learn “Healthy Habits” at Jessie Baker School
Students at Jessie Baker School are learning lifelong “Healthy Habits” through a new program. The multifaceted Healthy Habits program at Baker promotes healthy living through nutrition education, physical fitness and exercise.
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Photo: Two Jessie Baker students enjoy a healthy lunch. |
“As a school for special needs students, our focus has always been on their physical and emotional health – as this is the very foundation of the incredible growth they make,” said Kathy Dona, principal at Baker. “Our students are challenged by developmental delays, which are often accompanied by other health issues, often resulting in inactivity and weight gain. By focusing on good eating habits and increased physical activity, our students experience good self-esteem, a sense of emotional safety and become open and available for their highest and best learning.”
To address nutrition education, Baker students study Dairy Council materials to analyze the breakfast and lunch menus at school. The school also participates in the Harvest of the Month program and the SHAPE program through the EGUSD’s Food and Nutrition Services Department. In the fall, students sell fresh produce instead of candy.
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Photo: Two Jessie Baker students take a moment to pose from a photo while enjoying a day of swimming.
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Photo: Jessie Baker students enjoying a hula hooping activity. |
There are a variety of programs to address physical fitness and exercise at Baker. The Adapted Physical Education Program (AdPE) is considered to be an exemplary model throughout Sacramento County. Baker’s AdPE emphasizes physical activities that students can participate in throughout their lives, including swimming, bicycling, bowling, circuit training and track and field events. Baker’s marquee AdPE event is the annual Jessie Baker Games, a track and field event where students can compete in a variety of events. Many community organizations volunteer at the event which has ensured its success over the years. Students can also participate in club team sports, such as scooter board, baseball, kickball and walking. Lastly, students participate in a Music and Movement program twice a month where they learn rhythmic movements and dance.
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Photo: A Baker student races toward the finish line.
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Students with a love of horses can participate in Project R.I.D.E., a therapeutic horseback-riding program. Students can receive riding lessons bi-monthly, which increases their physical and emotional health. UC Davis physicians provide free physicals to ensure all students can ride.
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Photo: Former Pleasant Grove High School principal Frank Lucia poses with a Baker student at Project R.I.D.E. |
Dental health is yet another important aspect of the Healthy Habits program. Students learn about dental hygiene and practice brushing their teeth appropriately. In addition, a special yearly visit from the “Tooth Fairy” through Make A Smile: Children’s Dental and Orthodontics helps reinforce the importance of taking proper care of their teeth.
A parent component was added to the Healthy Habits program this year. Twice a month, “Healthy Habits, Healthy Tips” are sent home to parents and careproviders. These tips cover general healthy habits information and information specific to special needs children. The tips also contain nutritional information which includes recipes, “Fun Facts” comparing healthy and unhealthful foods, informational websites, meal planning tips and a chance for parents to exchange recipes amongst themselves. Exercise tips for both students and parents to participate in are also included.
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