New Hampton Community Schools

New Hampton is a Food & Fitness School.  This page highlights some of their projects and activities.

Videos from New Hampton Schools:

A School Greenhouse

A committee of students, educators and FFA alumni is working to raise funds and build two greenhouses at New Hampton. The committee says the greenhouses will offer marketing, public speaking, horticulture, construction, food preparation, and sales experiences for students as well as promote the importance of eating fresh, locally grown produce."  Read more.

Youth Lead New Hampton's Wellness Movement

Students are running the halls in New Hampton schools.  Yes, running.  At least once a week, K-8th grade students participant in 20 minutes of walking or running.  Kids are eating more fruits and vegetables at lunch.  Youth are leading community discussions on fitness opportunities.  The movement is part of New Hampton School Districts effort to foster healthier school environments.  Read more.

Cruising the Halls in New Hampton

For 20 minutes a week students at New Hampton Elementary and Middle School walk or run the halls.  The activity is part of the New Hampton School wellness goals.  Middle school Principal Donita Sweitzer plans to have students walk or run outside once the weather warms.  

The minimum recommended amount of physical activity for children is 60 minutes per day.  There are many benefits for meeting these minimum requirements, especially for students as physical activity has been linked to improved concentration, higher rate of learning, and better behavior in the classroom.