Building a Healthier Community

Title:Title: Building Healthy Communities in the 21st Century Building Healthy Communities in the 21st Century

Description:Description: The story of how Cashton Public Schools, The story of how Cashton Public Schools, Scenic Bluffs Community Health Centers, and the Village Scenic Bluffs Community Health Centers, and the Village of Cashton joined forces to increase quality of life for the of Cashton joined forces to increase quality of life for the kids and families of the greater Cashton area. The kids and families of the greater Cashton area. The session not only address the staffing, programming, and session not only address the staffing, programming, and management of the health and wellness initiative, but management of the health and wellness initiative, but also how the school board governed the project. also how the school board governed the project.

Presenters:Presenters: Dr. Bradford G. Saron, District Administrator of Cashton Dr. Bradford G. Saron, District Administrator of Cashton

Public SchoolsPublic SchoolsMari Freiberg, Executive Director of Scenic Bluffs Mari Freiberg, Executive Director of Scenic Bluffs

Community Health CenterCommunity Health Center

IntroductionIntroduction

A Story of Leadership and Cooperation

Driver of ChangeDriver of Change

School Board GovernanceSchool Board GovernanceNational School Board Association

Key Work of School Boards

The PartnersThe Partners

Cashton

Public Schools

The Village of Cashton

Scenic Bluffs Community

Health Center

2121stst Century Learning Standards Century Learning Standards

Health Literacy, Fiscal

Literacy, Global Awareness,

Civic Literacy

Healthy People 2010 & 2020Healthy People 2010 & 2020

Implementing efforts made in community settings to provide social support for

increasing physical activity is based on strong evidence of their

effectiveness in increasing physical activity and

improving physical fitness among adults.

The creation of or enhanced access to places for physical activity is based on

strong evidence of their effectiveness in

increasing physical activity and improving

physical fitness.

Patients with Exercise StatusPatients with Exercise Status

Patients with Regular ExercisePatients with Regular Exercise

Mutual ObstaclesMutual Obstacles

School Board GovernanceSchool Board GovernanceNational School Board Association

Key Work of School Boards•School Board’s

Idea•Misalignment

•Assign the Expectations

Our Opportunity Our Opportunity • Three entities in one, rural community sharing a

single goal of improving the health of community members is ground-breaking.

• By bringing together community leaders, we set the standard for how our Village implements community-wide programs aimed at addressing overall health improvement.

The PartnershipThe Partnership

Village of Cashton

Cashton Public Schools

SBCHC

Better Quality of LifeBetter Quality of Life

Health Literacy for Kids, Families, Staff

Able to Access School Facilities, Able to Better Implement Preventative Programming

Better Awareness and Recreation for Residents

Intergovernmental AgreementIntergovernmental AgreementINTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT

BETWEEN THE CASHTON SCHOOL DISTRICT AND

THE VILLAGE OF CASHTONRE: PURCHASE OF DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES AND WELLNESS.

This is an Agreement by and among the School Board of the Cashton School District and the Village of Cashton. The School Board of the Cashton School District has agreed to allow the Village of Cashton to purchase director of activities and wellness services from the Cashton School District, as set forth below, pursuant to Section 66.0301 of the Wisconsin Statutes. Each participating governmental entity, pursuant to Section 66.0301, Wis. Stat., and a resolution authorizing participation adopted by its school board and village board, agrees to the following: I. Purpose The participating governmental entities intend to allow the Village of Cashton to purchase director of activities and wellness services from the Cashton School District. II. Plan of OperationA. Description of Duties: The Director of Activities and Wellness Services under contract with the Cashton School District will perform duties related to the provision and coordination of activities and wellness services, as set forth in the administrative contract dated, for both the Village of Cashton and the Cashton School District. The Director of Activities and Wellness Services employment contract year, shall be considered as twelve months running from July 1, to June 30, and shall contain two hundred and sixty (260) working days.

Community

Wellness

Director

Summer

Rec.

Director

Athletic Director

School•Overall Game Management•Scheduling Referees•Scheduling Transportation•Rescheduling Games•Managing the Facilities Calendar•Managing Supplies/Equip•Communicating with Staff/Parents/Students

Village•Coaching/Game Management•Scheduling Competitions•Scheduling Transportation•Rescheduling Games•Managing Parent •Volunteers•Managing Supplies/ Equip•Communicating with Staff/Parents/Students

Clinic•Planning/Execution of Community Events •Expand Recreation Opportunities (Seniors/Adults)•Managing Volunteers•Research/Writing Grants•Communicating with Community

Community Director of Activities and

Community Director of Activities and WellnessWellness

Collaboration, Transition, Wellness for All,

Communication, Community!

Job DescriptionJob Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

CASHTON PUBLIC

SCHOOLS FACILITIES

AND EVENT/ATHLETIC

DIRECTOR

JOB DESCRIPTIONVILLAGE OF CASTHON SUMMER

RECREATION DIRECTOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

CASHTON COMMUNITY

SERVICES DIRECTOR

Funding StructureFunding StructureCashton Area Community Services Director Costing

Organizaiton Salary FICA Retirement LTD Total

Cashton Public Schools Percent of Total SalaryPercent in Each Fund

Athletic Director 7,500.00$ 573.75$ -$ -$ 8,073.75$

Summer Rec Director 1,000.00$ 76.50$ -$ -$ 1,076.50$ 34.69% 30.61% Fund 10

Village of Cashton

Summer Rec Director 1,000.00$ 76.50$ -$ -$ 1,076.50$ 4.08% 69.39% Fund 80

Scenic Bluffs

Community Services Director 15,000.00$ 1,147.50$ -$ -$ 16,147.50$ 61.22%

Totals 24,500.00$ 1,874.25$ -$ -$ 26,374.25$ 100.00% 100.00%

Salary Benefits24,500.00$ 1,874.25$ 26,374.25$

School Board GovernanceSchool Board GovernanceNational School Board Association

Key Work of School Boards

•Hold Accountable to Vision and

Purpose•Ensure Alignment

to Policies•Monitor Climate

Yes, We actually have some!

Community Needs AssessmentCommunity Needs Assessment

Access and Opportunities: Access and Opportunities: An Inclusive ApproachAn Inclusive Approach

Family Oriented Events with a Focus on Wellness

Deeper Access to School Facilities and Equipment

Fitness Programming for Seniors

Guide/Organize Resources

For All

Cardio Fitness Classes for

Adults

Expanded Summer Recreation for Kids

Wellness for All!

Scheduled Activities:

•Cardio Lab Hours

•Walking Program

•Senior Exercise Program

•Adults Only Open Gym

Zumba (& Step Aerobics)Zumba (& Step Aerobics)Where: Cashton Elementary CafeteriaWhen: Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30-6:30PMStarting March 2, 2009 for 8 weeks until April 22, 2009Cost: $30/person for the entire 8 week sessionRegister at the Cashton High School Office

DATES: May 11th to June 15th (no class May 25th)TIMES: Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30-6:30PMLOCATION: Cashton High School GymnasiumFEE: $15

DATES: June 29th to August 19th TIMES: Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30-6:30PMLOCATION: Cashton High School GymnasiumFEE: $30

Let’s Dance!Let’s Dance!

Activities for SeniorsActivities for Seniors

Senior Walking P

rogram

CPR Training

Senior Exercise Class

Kid’s Health MonthFamily Nights

Living Well with Chronic Conditions

Adult Open Gym

Sand Volleyball League

Access and OpportunitiesAccess and Opportunities

Family Oriented ActivitiesFamily Oriented Activities

Expanded Summer Recreation!Expanded Summer Recreation!

• Free Family Field Trips• Expanded T-Ball,

Schedule, Age, and Programming

• Expanded 8 and Under for Softball and Baseball, Schedule and Programming

• Expanded Team-Oriented Activities

Guide to Recreation and Guide to Recreation and ResourcesResources

School Board GovernanceSchool Board GovernanceNational School Board Association

Key Work of School Boards

•Support Leadership Needed for Continuous

Improvement•Encourage Cooperation

Action in TandemAction in Tandem The Carol M. White PEP Grant

Action in Tandem, cont.Action in Tandem, cont. 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant

July 18th 11:15am-3:45pm Youth Outdoor Fest at Pettibone Park, La CrosseThis free fest will be an activity-filled day designated for families. There will be demonstrations, entertainment, hand-outs, fishing, canoeing/kayaking, and hiking. Families are encouraged to pack a picnic or bring lunch money to purchase drinks and chips in addition to a free hot dog provided by the fest. The bus will leave from Cashton Park at 11:15am and return approximately 3:45pmJuly 29th 6:30pm-10:00pm Music in the Park at Riverside Park, La CrosseA concert titled, Tribute to Sousa, conducted by Tammy Fisher will be preformed, starting at 7:30pm. In addition to the free music concert, families can take a stroll through the Rotary International Gardens and enjoy sitting along the Mississippi river. If it is raining the concert will be held at Lincoln Middle School. The bus will leave from Cashton Park at 6:30pm and will return immediately following the concert.August 30th 4:45-8:15 Onalaska Aquatics CenterThe entire water park will be reserved for Cashton families to enjoy free of charge from 5:30-7:30pm. The aquatics center includes an 8,500 square foot zero depth pool, six lap lanes, two 250 foot runout slides, one drop slide, sand play area, kiddie play area, and concession stand. Families are encouraged to pack a picnic or bring money for the concession stand. The bus will leave from Cashton Park at 4:45pm and return about 8:15pm. Space is limited!!!.REGISTRATION IS FREE!!! Simply call or email me and let me know how many members of your family will be attending each event so that buses can be scheduled.

Action in Tandem, cont.Action in Tandem, cont.Expanded Summer School

Outdoor Wilderness Come join the fun and opportunity to explore and learn more about the popular outdoor adventures that help us keep in touch with nature. Activities throughout the week will include challenging hikes, biking on the Sparta/Elroy trail, fishing at Goose Island, and exploring the educational woodland area of the Kickapoo Valley Reserve. Track and Field Students will learn all skills of all components of track and field during this two week session. Events will include shot put, long jump, high jump, sprints, hurdles and distances for 5th and 6th graders. Softball toss, standing broad jump, high jump, sprints, hurdle jump and distances will be the events for 3rd and 4th graders. All students will be given instruction in all these areas, days to practice each event. The last day of the session will include a track meet for all participants. Etc.

FITNESS & WEIGHT TRAINING Learn the basics of lifting weights and methods of increasing cardio vascular fitness. Students will learn proper weight lifting techniques, follow workout schedules, utilize technology to assess progress, and develop life-long habits that include cardiovascular exercise and weight training.

TennisDuring the two week session, students will learn fundamentals of tennis, including forehand, backhand, serving, and volleying. They will also learn rules of tennis. Each student will get an opportunity to play both singles and doubles, as well as officiate in a round robin tournament at the end of the session. 9-12 Personal Fitness (credit course)This class will include weight training programs as well as days of cardiovascular training, plyometrics, Tae Bo, and daily abdominal workouts. This is a great class for those who are physically healthy or those who hope to adopt a healthy lifestyle.

A Story of Leadership and A Story of Leadership and CooperationCooperation

Village of Cashton

Cashton Public Schools

SBCHC

Health Literacy for Kids, Families, Staff

Able to Access School Facilities, Able to Better Implement Preventative Programming

Better Healthcare and Recreation for Residents

Better Quality of Life for the Kids, Families, Seniors, School Staff, and Employees who live or work in the

Greater Cashton Area

Yet to Come . . .Yet to Come . . .

• Fee Schedule for Cardio Lab (Maintenance and Upkeep of Equip, Supervision)

• Further Community Needs Assessments• Development of a 5K Run• Interfacing Physical Activity with Healthy

Eating• Expansion of Disease Prevention and

Awareness Programming

DifficultiesDifficulties• Custodians hate the mess!• Indirect costs (Lights, Electricity for

Equipment, Paper Products, Additional Cleaning)

• “Some of the people are happy some of the time . . .”

Questions?Questions?