Benton Elementary named an awardee on list of America’s Healthiest Schools

Benton Elementary School announced today that it has been named an Awardee on the list of America’s Healthiest Schools. In total, 406 schools were recognized as America’s Healthiest Schools by Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a leading children’s health organization. The award program celebrates schools’ dedication to supporting the health and well-being of students, staff, and families. 

To achieve the Awardee designation, Benton Elementary met best standards in 1-8 topic areas, including:
• Strengthening Social-Emotional Health & Learning, presented in collaboration with Harmony SEL at National University and Kaiser Permanente.
• Cultivating Staff Well-Being, presented in collaboration with Harmony SEL at National
University and Kaiser Permanente
• Increasing Family & Community Engagement, presented in collaboration with Kohl’s

This award recognizes that Benton Elementary prioritized healthy policies and practices despite numerous challenges resulting from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

“We’re honored to receive this national recognition for our dedication to supporting the wellbeing of students and staff and remain steadfast in our commitment to fostering environments where all members of the school community can succeed.” Principal Lorrie Shadowen.

“As we enter what is predicted to be another challenging school year, we commend the awardees for their resourcefulness and dedication to addressing the acute health and well-being needs off students, staff, and families,” said Kathy Higgins, chief executive officer at Healthier Generation. “This cohort of schools exemplifies the fortitude required to serve current and future generations with empathy and care.” 

Healthier Generation’s list of America’s Healthiest Schools remains one of the country’s longestrunning, nationwide recognition programs  honoring schools for achievements in supporting the whole health of students, teachers, and staff. Any school can connect with Healthier generation to access trainings, resources, and technical assistance by visiting HealthierGeneration.org.

To view the complete list of awardees, visit HealthierGeneration.org/HealthiestSchools. 

About Alliance for a Healthier Generation Alliance for a Healthier Generation is a leading children's health organization that advances equitable whole child health. Driven by our passion to ensure that every mind, every body, and every young person is healthy and ready to succeed, our work has reached over 31 million young people across the country. To learn more and help make a difference, visit
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