Wellness Triennial Assessment

Wellness Triennial Assessment

 

Section 1: General Information

School(s) included in the assessment:


                  MMSA Dequindre and MMSA Lorraine


Month and year of current assessment:       4/15/2025                                                       

Date of last Local Wellness Policy revision: 2025

Website address for the wellness policy and/or information on how the public can access a copy:

https://www.mimmsad.org/apps/pages/menus

Section 2: Wellness Committee Information


How often does your school wellness committee meet?  Semesterly ________________


School Wellness Leader:

Name

Job Title

Email Address

Abdullah Pehlivan

Principal

[email protected]


School Wellness Committee Members:


Name

Job Title

Email Address

Concetta Cox

MS ELA Teacher

[email protected]

Alex Jacobsen

HS Math Teacher

[email protected]

Stephanie Melchert

GSRP Director

[email protected]

Jessica Messenger

Lead Teacher

[email protected]

Blerta Pavliqoti

3rd grade Teacher

[email protected]

Megan Stillwell

APA

[email protected]

Tyesha Bowens

College Counselor

[email protected]

Mark Chasney

APSC

[email protected]

Gail Gillholey

K Teacher

[email protected]

Sheila Glenn

MS Math Teacher

[email protected]

Brett Guest

HS SS Teacher

[email protected]

Jessica Jones

Social Worker

[email protected]



Section 3: Comparison to Model School Wellness Policies

Model Policy Language Used for Comparison:

- ☑ Michigan State Board of Education Model Local School Wellness Policy

- ☐ Alliance for a Healthier Generation: Model Policy

- ☐ WellSAT 3.0 example policy language

Comparison to Model Wellness Policies:

The Michigan Math and Science Academy's wellness policy aligns with the Michigan State Board of Education Model Local School Wellness Policy by focusing on nutrition, physical activity, and a supportive environment for student wellness. Our policy includes clear, achievable goals that reflect the comprehensive approach of the model policy while ensuring compliance with established wellness standards.

Section 4: Compliance with the Wellness Policy and Progress Towards Goals

Nutrition Promotion and Education Goal(s):

Goal

Action Steps

Timeline

Measurement

Lead Person

Stakeholders

Complete?

Provide simple nutrition education to students.

a) Share a monthly nutrition tip in the school newsletter. 

b) Organize one nutrition-focused assembly per year.

Monthly

Newsletter reviews, assembly attendance

Wellness Coordinator

Students, Teachers, Parents

No

Physical Activity Goal(s):

Goal

Action Steps

Timeline

Measurement

Lead Person

Stakeholders

Complete?

Encourage daily physical activity for all students.

a) Incorporate a 10-minute movement break in daily schedules. 

b) Host one fun physical activity event each semester.

Daily & Semesterly

Student participation rates

PE Teacher

Students, Parents

No

School-Based Activities to Promote Student Wellness Goal(s):

Goal

Action Steps

Timeline

Measurement

Lead Person

Stakeholders

Complete?

Create a supportive environment for student wellness.

a) Designate a “Wellness Day” with various fun activities focused on health.

Annually in April

Attendance and feedback forms

Wellness Coordinator

Students, Teachers, Parents

No


Nutrition Guidelines for All Foods and Beverages Sold on Campus:

Goal

Action Steps

Timeline

Measurement

Lead Person

Stakeholders

Complete?

Ensure all food sold is healthy.

a) Review and update cafeteria menu to include at least two healthy options daily.

Start of the school year

Monthly menu audits

Food Service Manager

Students, Parents

Yes


Guidelines for Other Foods and Beverages Available on Campus, but Not Sold:

Goal

Action Steps

Timeline

Measurement

Lead Person

Stakeholders

Complete?

Promote healthy snacks for classroom celebrations.

a) Create a list of five healthy snack options for classroom parties. 

b) Share the list with parents at the beginning of the year.

Start of the school year

Parent feedback

Principal

Teachers, Parents

No



Marketing and Advertising of Only Foods and Beverages that Meet Smart Snacks:

Goal

Action Steps

Timeline

Measurement

Lead Person

Stakeholders

Complete?

Display only healthy food options in marketing materials.

a) Review all marketing materials for compliance. b) Update materials to include only healthy options.

By the end of the school year

Review of marketing materials

Marketing Coordinator

Staff, Students

Yes