A Winter of Wellness Wonders!
Recap: Week One of PEPY in the Classroom
A Winter of Wellness Wonders!
PEPY's debut week with student leadership groups at the Elk Island Catholic School system has been a whirlwind of engagement, despite winter's chill! We dove right into action with six Youth Leadership Workshops across five schools, reaching students of all ages with the exciting introduction of Pocket PEPY - a handy guide for every student to carry the spirit of wellness with them.
From the energetic bounces led by students like Emmanuel, Mika and Jake to the thoughtful assembly at Holy Redeemer, PEPY's message of resilience, inclusivity, and personal energy has resonated through halls and hearts. The Pocket PEPY, doubling as a Wellness Passport, has been stamped with accomplishments, marking each student's journey through PEPY's landscape of growth.
Teachers have creatively woven PEPY into their lesson plans, integrating wellness into daily learning with enthusiasm. The suggestion of classroom micro-burst jars to collect achievements shows how PEPY's principles are already enriching school culture.
Technical hiccups couldn't dampen our spirit; if anything, they brought us closer, with workshop leaders sharing PEPY's vision laptop-to-laptop. The energy bounced even without a projector, proving that PEPY's connection is about people, not pixels.
Dive into the takeaways, pics and videos below to witness this wellness energy movement, now amplified by the voices of our students!
We're excited to see this momentum continue, as PEPY's seeds of wellness are already taking root, promising a flourishing landscape of health and harmony in our school communities. Bring on Week 2 – we're ready!
Pocket PEPY
To make the PEPY experience even more personal, we introduced the Pocket PEPY, a compact 20-page guide designed for every student to easily carry a piece of PEPY with them. It’s a fun, on-the-go resource that echoes the essence of our workshops, tailored for all ages, and perfect for reinforcing the holistic wellness lessons we're passionate about.
It's heartwarming to see even our high-schoolers engaging with enthusiasm, embracing the wellness passport with joy and using the Pocket PEPY as constant companion in their journey towards holistic wellness.
The Pocket PEPY, acting as both a learning tool and a Wellness Passport, has become a cherished item among students. Gathering happy stamps for PEPY activities, they've begun to treasure their personal wellness stories. We're thrilled at the prospect of every Elk Island student owning a Pocket PEPY, enhancing the experience of the much-anticipated PEPY Wellness Days.
Each student leader and PEPY Energy Coach will receive their own Pocket PEPY at upcoming school workshops.
Can’t wait for your Pocket PEPY. Download the pdf here: PocketPEPY
Snowball Ideas: Reflective Feedback and Innovative Ideas
The Snowball Ideas session was a creative hit, giving students a voice to shape PEPY's future. Students and teachers eagerly shared their thoughts on enhancing PEPY, symbolically throwing their crumpled ideas at Steven to great effect. This fun and interactive feedback activity will help us refine PEPY further.
Their thoughtful suggestions and the commitment to not letting PEPY be a passing trend reflect the deep care our youth have for wellness and longevity in initiatives.
