WVSD Wellness Committee’s Kickstart 2025 with a Focus on Wellness for Staff and Students!
This month-long event is designed to inspire healthy habits, boost morale, and foster a sense of community. Participants earn points by completing daily and weekly activities focusing on physical health, mental well-being, and community engagement.
Challenge Dates: January 2–February 2, 2025
Register: for any time before January 6 using the Wellness Kickstart Form
Prizes: Participants earning at least 150 points by the end of the challenge will be entered into a drawing for prizes like fitness gear, gift cards, or other wellness-focused rewards.
Point System
- Daily Activities: 5 points each
- Weekly Activities: 20 points each
- Bonus Activities: Points vary
Participants will record their activities using the honors system on a weekly Google Form that will be emailed to participants each week. Weekly totals should be submitted every Friday to remain eligible.
Weekly Themes and Activities
Week 1: Healthy Habits Head Start! (Jan 2–5)
Daily Activities:
- Drink 8 glasses of water: 5 pts
- Pack or eat a healthy meal/snack: 5 pts
- Complete 15 minutes of stretching or yoga: 5 pts
Weekly Challenge:
- Try a new healthy recipe and share it: 20 pts
Week 2: Active Living (Jan 6–12)
Daily Activities:
- Take 5,000 steps or more: 5 pts
- Do a 15-minute workout (e.g., walking, dancing, weightlifting): 5 pts
- Spend 10 minutes outdoors: 5 pts
Weekly Challenge:
- Involve a friend or family member in at least two of the Daily Activities: 20 pts
Week 3: Mental Wellness (Jan 13–19)
Daily Activities:
- Journal 3 things you're grateful for: 5 pts
- Take 10 minutes for mindfulness or meditation: 5 pts
- Spend 15 minutes on a hobby: 5 pts
Weekly Challenge:
- Write a thank-you note or compliment to someone: 20 pts
Week 4: Community and Connection (Jan 20–26)
Daily Activities:
- Smile at 5 people or say hello to someone new: 5 pts
- Help someone with a task or lend a hand: 5 pts
- Spend 10 minutes device-free with family/friends: 5 pts
Weekly Challenge:
- Volunteer or participate in a community event: 20 pts
Week 5: Wellness Wrap-Up (Jan 27–Feb 2)
Daily Activities:
- Reflect on your wellness goals and set one for February: 5 pts
- Do 20 minutes of physical activity: 5 pts
- Share a healthy tip or wellness win with someone: 5 pts
Weekly Challenge:
- Participate in a group activity (e.g., walk, yoga, or game night): 20 pts
Bonus Activities (Optional for Extra Points)
- Attend a wellness workshop or class (virtual or in-person): 10 pts
- Share a wellness success story on social media or by emailing [email protected]: 15 pts
- Organize a group walk or fitness session: 10 pts
Prizes
- Grand Prize: $100 gift card (e.g., Amazon, local businesses)
- Second Prize: Wellness gift basket (Sponsored by Capital Blue Cross)
- Third Prize: WV Spirit Wear bundle
Let’s work together to build a healthier, happier Williams Valley community!