I'm definitely experiencing classroom shock-a shifting of my pedagogical mindset-as I settle into my new job as a 5th grade teacher at a Finnish public school.

My family and I plan on living in Finland permanently, but I can't help but think about what I'd do differently if I returned to an American classroom. Talk about reverse-classroom shock! I've already identified three big shifts I'd make right away.

Ever Active Schools would like to extend a special Shaping the Future conference invitation to post-secondary students from the Universities of Lethbridge, Calgary and Alberta who are engaged in and connected to enhancing the physical, emotional, social, mental and nutritional health of children and youth. 

This is a great opportunity for leadership, working as a team and mobilizing health and wellness in your post-secondary school community.

AMA Youth Run Club schools who register for Shaping the Future 2014 by December 17th will be entered to win!

We will be drawing two names to win a $100 Running Room gift certificate and a $100 Ever Active Schools gift certificate to use towards physical activity resources.

Email Hayley with your name and school once you have registered to win!

Check out our website to learn more about the Alberta Medical Association Youth Run Club.

Submitted by Alberta Health Services

Comprehensive School Health (CSH) is a whole school approach that supports students' health and educational success. Many schools in Alberta use this approach to create healthy learners and healthy school environments. CSH is meant to be an ongoing process, rather than a time-limited project. It is important that schools and school districts build the capacity to maintain this approach on a long-term basis to sustain improvements in school health. 

Special event days such as class parties, dances and track and field event are a fun way to gather together and celebrate. They are also a great time to have healthy and tasty food choices for students, teachers, families, or the whole community! As parents, often you are asked to provide food for celebrations.