Wellness at NNPS
It is the policy of Newport News Public Schools to develop the wellness of students and staff by providing environments that promote and protect health, well-being, and the ability to work and learn by supporting proper nutrition, nutrition education and regular physical activity. Visit the Student and Staff Wellness Policy page to learn more.
Four departments are specifically involved in promoting health and wellness at Newport News Public Schools: Child Nutrition, Health Services, Health & Physical Education, and Athletics.
Child Nutrition ServicesOur Child Nutrition Services staff provides appealing and nutritious meals to support academic achievement and promote lifelong healthy food choices. |
Health ServicesThe Health Services website will provide you with answers to your questions and information about student health and requirements for school entry. |
Health & Physical EducationA truly physically educated student will have acquired com-petencies applicable to any lifetime activities and a desire to retain the healthy feeling associated with fitness and exercise. |
AthleticsOur athletic program is part of a broad extracurricular program designed to teach students certain skills and also to reinforce good health, achievement, teamwork and sportsmanship. |
