Student Health and Wellness Awareness

The wellness program at Rapids High School, in partnership with Mercy and Unity Hospitals, offers in-class health screenings to raise health awareness among students. The program, integrated into the health class curriculum, provides students with insights into their health metrics like blood pressure and cholesterol. The initiative aims to address rising health concerns due to sedentary lifestyles. Last year, screenings revealed high rates of high blood pressure and overweight students. The program is expanding across the district, with costs shared by hospitals and community sponsors.

What is the primary goal of the wellness program at Rapids High School?

• To improve academic performance

• To raise health awareness among students

• To promote sports activities

• To reduce school absenteeism

Which organizations are collaborating with Rapids High School for the wellness program?

• Local gyms and fitness centers

• Community health clinics

• Mercy and Unity hospitals

• National health organizations

What health metrics are students screened for during the wellness program?

• Vision and hearing

• Mental health

• Body mass index, blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose levels

• Dental health

How do students feel about the health screenings conducted in their class?

• They find it unnecessary

• They feel more aware of their health

• They find it stressful

• They are indifferent

What percentage of students were found to have high blood pressure in previous screenings?

• 75%

• 62%

• 50%

• 30%

What lifestyle factor is contributing to the concerning health trends among students?

• Increased outdoor activities

• Sedentary lifestyle with more screen time

• Healthier eating habits

• More physical education classes

How many high schools participated in the wellness program last year?

• Three

• One

• Four

• Two

What do health experts suggest about improving health metrics?

• Only adults can change their health

• It's never too late to improve

• Students should not worry about it

• It's too late to change

What is the cost of the wellness program per student, and how is it funded?

• $25, paid by students

• $18, shared between hospitals and community sponsors

• $30, funded by government grants

• $10, funded by the school

What change does a student plan to make after learning about their health screening results?

• Exercise less

• Eat more fast food

• Visit McDonald's less often

• Ignore the results