Main Street Elementary School in Shelbyville is aiming to invest in the overall health and well-being of their students and broader school community.  The school’s “wellness team” is a group of teachers passionate about the topic.  They are coordinating activities and other initiatives focused on personal health.  Their work also looks to benefit other local organizations which they see as creating a positive impact on the community. 

Ryan Scott is the principal at Main Street Elementary.  He says the wellness team is one of several alliances among faculty and staff at the school. 

Some projects the wellness team has worked on so far this year include educating kids on the importance of drinking plenty of water, and raising money for non-profit organizations. 

Separate from the wellness team, the school is bringing out the holiday spirit for the kids.  On the last day before winter break, faculty and staff will provide students the Polar Express experience with a variety of activities much like what is seen in the film. 

Scott says these plans came about as a way of acknowledging the work and progress students have made throughout the year so far with respect to academics and behavior. 

More information on Main Street Elementary School and Shelbyville CUSD #4 is available at www.shelbyville.k12.il.us. 

Ryan Scott appeared as a guest on the WTIM Shelbyville Morning Show.