Active Kids and Minds

11/06/2025

Week 4 Skill Russian Twist from the Ready, Set, Run curriculum.
From “Active Kid” to Division I Athlete!

Meet Nick Rinaldi! He is one of our original Active Kids who’s now playing Division I football at Vanderbilt University! 🏈Today, he’s showing us how to crush a Russian Twist, a killer core move that builds strength, balance, and power.

We couldn’t be prouder of Nick’s journey from the AK&M program to the big stage. Congrats to Nick and the Vanderbilt Commodores on an incredible season!

Visit www.activekids.org to learn more!

11/03/2025

As we embrace November, let's celebrate the champions of physical activity who empower our children to thrive through movement. At Active Kids & Minds, we recognize the importance of integrating physical activity into daily life, especially during busy times. Explore our new resources, like the November Fitness Calendar and Healthy Family Dinners Calendar, designed to support families and educators. Remember, every moment of movement contributes to a child's development. Let's continue to inspire a generation that values health and well-being.

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Email from Active Kids Join Us in Nurturing Movement and Joy for Every Child This November!       Gratitude for Light, Movement & Fuel Life is a Sport   Greetings! As we move into November, we’re rem

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from Active Kids 🎃🎃🎃

10/30/2025

Straight from the experts -the kids!
“Hey parents and teachers, let kids play before school …it makes us happier and healthier”
Movement really is medicine.
Let’s make play part of every morning.

Thank you Gabby for the reminder ❤️❤️👏

10/24/2025

Join our Active Kids community!
Hear from Dr. John Ratey on why Movement is Medicine and sign up to get our latest programs, videos, and challenges delivered straight to your inbox.
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10/01/2025

October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it's time to prioritize movement for our kids. Engaging in physical activities not only boosts mood but also fosters confidence and social connections. Join us in promoting programs like Functional Fitness and Ready, Set, Run to inspire active lifestyles. Together, we can pave the way for healthier futures!

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Email from Active Kids Act Now: Bring Active Kids to Your School This October! Hello , Kids today face more stress, more screens, and fewer chances to play but there is hope. The solution doesn’t hav

09/12/2025

New data just dropped: Kids’ academic proficiency is slipping.

What’s missing in the conversation? Movement.

Dr. John Ratey’s work and the Naperville study proved that exercise fuels focus, learning, and confidence.

Programs like Active Kids & Minds show every day that activity boosts academics, health, and mental well-being.

We can’t keep ignoring the evidence. Kids need more opportunities to move at school, at home, everywhere.

Movement isn’t a break from learning. Movement IS learning.

Active Kids & Minds (formerly BOKS) grew with parent and teacher involvement. We can do this!

08/28/2025

Movement is the best Medicine!
As we launch a new school year, let's prioritize movement for our children's health and learning. Active Kids & Minds is dedicated to empowering parents and educators to inspire a culture of activity in schools and communities. This year, we highlight the vital role you play in shaping a healthier future for our children. Our resources, including updated curricula and monthly activity calendars, remain accessible thanks to our generous partners. Let's make this the year every child experiences the benefits of movement!

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06/13/2025

Celebrating over a decade of getting kids active and building lifelong healthy habits, this International Day of Play was one to remember! We’ve helped thousands of schools get their students moving with turn-key resources and materials for all age groups, and there is nothing like a day of running and playing to remind us how good it feels to be active!

06/11/2025

Happy International Day of Play! How are you celebrating the day?

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06/04/2025

📣 1 WEEK TO GO!
The International Day of Play is almost here and we’re READY to move 🎉 What is your school doing to celebrate?

Check out last year’s celebration & join the fun on June 11!

05/28/2025

2️⃣ weeks to go! The International Day of Play is coming FAST. See what last year’s participants had to say about getting moving!
Here’s how you can join in 🌍

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