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Valley Connects' 31 Day Mental Wellness Challenge

Tippecanoe Valley Middle School in Akron is taking an alternative approach to ensuring the well being of students and staff. Not through a gym class, health class, or healthy diet. They are challenging their school community to prioritize their own mental health, for 31 days. It takes 21 days to build a habit, but they are taking an addition 10 to make sure that mental health is in tip top shape. They want to ensure that students and staff are more clear minded as they proceed with their daily routines during this prolonged at home stay.

Guests:
  • Meagan WilksLeader of Valley Connects/Director of Special EducationTippecanoe Valley Middle School
  • Lori Tilden-GeigerDirector of Marketing, Public Relations and GrantsTippecanoe Valley Middle School
Date uploaded: May 27, 2020

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