School system launches employee wellness initiative funded through insurance partnership; events, training and race team planned

At the July meeting Dr. Hale updated the board on a new employee wellness initiative the division is launching through funds received via its Anthem insurance plan. “Because of our change in insurance with Anthem for this year, we actually receive funds through our insurance to support wellness initiatives for the entire year,” she said, adding the district will receive the funds annually and that some benefits extend to Campbell County employees as well as school employees.

The program will include building-level “wellness champions,” a division‑wide team (schools plus county staff) to participate in a Sept. 27 race (4‑mile and 10‑miler options) with entry fees paid by the district, summer strength-training sessions led by a race trainer, discounted YMCA memberships for three Y branches, and a family night at the Hillcats with free tickets for employees. Dr. Hale said the initiative places emphasis on physical wellness, mental‑health wellness, preventative health and teamwork, and that staff had already piloted several activities at the TLA learning academy.

Board members asked for an update on progress; the chairman asked for a six‑month report and Dr. Hale said the first round of activity will finish in December and she will return with an update and additional plans for the school year.

Ending: The board did not take formal action; staff will continue to roll out the wellness activities and provide a progress report to the board later in the school year.