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Winona High students to host 'Community Wellness Experience' Oct. 4; peer-led club aims to promote nutrition, fitness and mental health
Summary
Students from Winona High School and Bama Wellness Advocacy presented a peer wellness club and announced a public 'Community Wellness Experience' event for Oct. 4 featuring nutrition, fitness and mental-health tracks led by student peer guides.
Winona High School students and Bama Wellness Advocacy presented the Community Wellness Experience to the Birmingham City Council and invited the public to the free event on Saturday, Oct. 4 at the Winona High gym.
Jackie Fazikas Varner of Bama Wellness Advocacy introduced seniors who described club activities, which include taste tests for healthy options, movement sessions, goal setting, and peer-led outreach. Senior Angel said the club’s goal is “to promote health and wellness throughout the community.”
The program leader, Health Teacher Mr. Turner, said he moved from Maryland two years ago and partnered with the advocacy group and students to run the club; students will serve as tour guides on nutrition, fitness and mental‑health tracks during the Oct. 4 event. A second event is planned Nov. 8 at the Fountain Heights Recreation Center in partnership with Parks and Recreation staff.
Ending: Council members thanked the students and organizers and encouraged public attendance at the free Oct. 4 event.
