Wellness Programme
SRVS Group of Educational Institutions
School Wellness Program Guidelines
1. Vision & Purpose
The SRVS Group of Educational Institutions is committed to fostering a holistic, healthy, and supportive environment. Our School Wellness Program aims to nurture the physical health, mental well-being, emotional resilience, and overall life quality of our students, faculty, and administrative staff.
2. Core Pillars of Wellness
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THE 4 WELLNESS PILLARS |
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| 1. Physical Health || 2. Mental & Emotional || 3. Nutritional Awareness || 4. Social & Environment.
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- Physical Health & Fitness: Promoting active lifestyles, movement, and physical vitality.
- Mental & Emotional Well-Being: Building resilience, stress management, and emotional intelligence.
- Nutritional Awareness: Encouraging healthy eating habits and conscious nutrition choices.
- Social & Environmental Wellness: Fostering community, inclusivity, empathy, and safe spaces.
3. Operational Guidelines for Implementation
A. Student-Centric Initiatives
- Daily Movement & Physical Activity:
- Minimum of 5-10 minutes of physical activity through scheduled PE classes, sports leagues, or active recess.
- Integration of 5-minute movement or stretching breaks between long academic blocks.
- Mental Health & Emotional Learning (SEL):
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) sessions integrated into the curriculum covering topics like empathy, stress management, and self-awareness.
- Quiet/Reflection spaces designated across campus for emotional regulation when needed.
- Healthy Eating Practices:
- School cafeteria/canteen guidelines prohibiting high-sugar, ultra-processed foods and promoting balanced, nutrient-dense meals.
- Clean, accessible drinking water stations across all campus buildings.
- "Fruit & Hydration" breaks scheduled during school hours.
B. Faculty & Staff Wellness
- Workplace Balance & Ergonomics:
- Encouraging manageable workloads with clear boundaries on after-hours communication.
- Ergonomic seating and workspace assessments for teaching staff and administrative units.
- Staff Health Support:
- Annual health check-ups and wellness screenings provided on campus.
- Periodic stress-management workshops, mindfulness sessions, and team-building retreats.
C. Environment & Campus Safety
- Safe & Inclusive Culture:
- Zero-tolerance policy for bullying, harassment, or discrimination.
- Clear, transparent reporting channels for student or staff safety concerns.
- Green & Clean Campus:
- Maintenance of green spaces for outdoor learning and relaxation.
- Air-quality checks and clean sanitation facilities maintained continuously.
4. Roles & Responsibilities
| Role | Responsibilities |
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| School Leadership | Allocate resources, approve wellness initiatives, and review program impact annually. |
| Wellness Committee | Plan, execute, and monitor wellness events, workshops, and policy enforcement. |
| Teachers & Staff | Lead by example, model healthy behaviors, and actively identify/support students in need. |
| Parents & Guardians | Partner with the school by reinforcing healthy habits, sleep routines, and open communication at home. |
5. Review & Continuous Improvement
- Conduct biannual feedback surveys among students, parents, and staff to evaluate the effectiveness of the wellness program.
- Continuously update guidelines based on new educational standards and school community feedback.
