BJC School Outreach and Youth Development programs are designed to meet Missouri and Illinois academic health standards. Students learn through discussion and interactive teaching by trained health professionals. Pre- and post-tests are administered with a comprehensive report for each program.

Students today are faced with so many choices regarding diet and exercise, which lead them to form habits that extend into adulthood. SNEAKERS, a body systems class, can help students take a step in the right direction. All lessons will include physical and fun activities to reinforce learning of the body systems.

New and innovative ideas for cardiovascular health and fitness principles are the focus of this class, which is ideal for grades 4-6. This course includes four one-hour interactive sessions.

Each student will learn about overall wellness as it relates to attitudes and quality of life. Activities include:

Studying systems of the body

Noting ways to keep the heart healthy

Aiming for 60 minutes of activity each day

Evaluating the factors and components of fitness

Kids will learn the importance of healthy habits and exercise from a trained Registered Dietitian. Exercise and visual demonstrations that target the body systems will be part of each class.