5-2-1-0 - Schools & Out-of-School Programs

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Schools and after-school programs are invited to sign up as a 5-2-1-0 Healthy Choices Count! Registered Site and join an important network of sectors working towards healthier environments where young Iowans live, learn and play.

Download the 5-2-1-0 Action Guide will walk your school through the steps to implement 5-2-1-0 Healthy Choices Count! 

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School Wellness Policy

A local school wellness policy is a written document that guides a local education agency or school district's efforts to establish a school environment that promotes student health, well-being and ability to learn. 

Fact Sheets & Activities

Theses resources are sorted by the 10 Strategies of Success and their corresponding Action Items (from the 5-2-1-0 School Registration and 5-2-1-0 Out-of-School Registration surveys):

Strategy 1: Limit unhealthy choices for snacks and celebrations, while providing healthy choices

Strategy 2: Limit or eliminate sugary drinks - provide water

Strategy 3: Prohibit the use of food as a reward

Strategy 4: Provide opportunities to get physical activity every day

Strategy 5: Limit recreational screen time

Strategy 6: Participate in local, state and national initiatives that support healthy eating and active living

Strategy 7: Engage community partners to help support healthy eating and active living

Strategy 8: Partner with and educate families in adopting and maintaining a lifestyle that supports healthy eating and active living

  • 5-2-1-0 Healthy Choices Count! Message to Families

  • 5-2-1-0 Posters and Resources

  • 5-2-1-0 Resources for Parents & Caregivers

  • Resources coming soon!

  • Resources coming soon!

Strategy 9: Implement a staff wellness program that includes healthy eating and active living

Strategy 10: Collaborate with Food and Nutrition Programs to offer healthy food and beverage options