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Power Up for 30: Physical Activity and Academic Achievement Initiative in Georgia Schools

This statewide initiative aims to enhance physical activity levels in elementary schools and improve academic performance. Research demonstrates the positive impact of physical activity on the brain. Schools can participate by completing an online survey, which will lead to further steps in the initiative. Get involved and empower your students!

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Power Up for 30: Physical Activity and Academic Achievement Initiative in Georgia Schools

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  1. A Statewide Initiative in Georgia Schools

  2. What is Power Up for 30?

  3. Physical Activity and Academic Achievement Average Composite of 20 Students Taking Same Test Research/Scan Dr. Chuck Hillman University of Illinois Brain after sitting quietly Brain after 20 minute walk Physical Activity improves…

  4. How Do Schools Get Involved? • Encourage ALL elementary schools to completethe Power Up for 30 online survey • All elementary school principals have received the survey link • Completing the survey is their ticket to next steps in the initiative What Will Your Schools Get?

  5. Kelly Mattran, MS Physical Activity Coordinator Georgia Department of Public Health kamattran@dhr.state.ga.us Therese McGuire, Ed.S. Program Specialist Georgia Department of Education tmcguire@doe.k12.ga.us Thank You! • MOVEYour Body • SHAPEYour Mind •

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