Alliance for a Healthier Generation

09/02/2026

Evidence shows that strong relationships between caregivers and teachers improve students’ emotional well-being, academic achievement, and attitudes about school. Children feel supported at home and at school when their caregivers and teachers have positive relationships.

Check out these resources for caregivers, families, and educators to help build strong relationships as we head into the new school year! https://www.healthiergeneration.org/articles/tips-to-build-strong-caregiver-teacher-relationships

Working with schools, youth-serving organizations, and businesses, we’re building healthier communities that support children’s physical, social, and emotional health.

09/01/2026

Many students and families rely on their school's nutrition services to provide essential access to nutritious meals and food resources.

As the new school year begins, take a few minutes to refresh your knowledge on and explore ways to boost your school's approach to nutrition and by watching this on-demand webinar. This webinar explores:

▪️ The connection between food insecurity and chronic absenteeism
▪️ How to identify common signs of food insecurity in youth
▪️ Sustainable ways to build stronger school meal programs

Watch now in the Healthier Generation Action Center: https://www.healthiergeneration.org/app/resources/trainings-virtual/19

08/31/2026

Did you hear the good news? 1,376 schools made the 2026 list of America's ! 🎉

Find out if your school is on the list: https://bit.ly/2Mm2CtY

08/28/2026

Burnout and attrition are rising across K–12 schools in the U.S. A 2022 Gallup poll found that 44% of school staff feel burned out most or all the time, leading to exhaustion, disconnection, and declining effectiveness. More than a quarter million teachers are now expected to leave the workforce annually due to inconsistent leadership support, unclear decision‑making, constant changes, low pay, and heavy workloads, all of which undermine student learning.

To better understand the challenges educators face, we convened a panel of experts to discuss healthy work-life boundaries, peer support, and strategies to prevent burnout. While the discussion offered valuable insights into workplace wellness, it also underscored the importance of centering diverse lived experiences in conversations about burnout and support.

Learn more: https://www.healthiergeneration.org/articles/advancing-more-equitable-support-systems-for-educators

Working with schools, youth-serving organizations, and businesses, we’re building healthier communities that support children’s physical, social, and emotional health.

08/25/2026

Congratulations, America’s ! 🎉

We’re proud to announce the 2026 list of America’s Healthiest Schools, recognizing 1,376 schools in 35 states and Washington, DC. for their work to support student, staff, and family well‑being.

This year’s cohort represents a year‑over‑year increase of 256 schools taking steps to make their campuses healthier places to learn and grow!

Many thanks to Kaiser Permanente and Kohl's Cares for their ongoing support of our annual award program and many kudos to our amazing award winners!

Learn more and view the 2026 list here: https://www.healthiergeneration.org/articles/alliance-for-a-healthier-generation-releases-2026-list-of-americas-healthiest-schools

08/24/2026

Many thanks to BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Foundation for awarding Healthier Generation a three-year grant to continue expanding school-based wellness efforts across South Carolina!

This grant will support efforts in 27 public-school districts, reaching approximately 350,000 students. Through nutrition, physical activity, and other wellness programming, participating schools and partners will work together to address risk factors for Type 2 diabetes and promote healthier environments for students.

Learn more: https://www.healthiergeneration.org/articles/bluecross-blueshield-of-south-carolina-foundation-awards-healthier-generation-grant

This news was originally published by BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation.The BlueCross® BlueShield® of South Carolina Foundation has awarded a three-year grant to Alliance for a Healthier Generation to continue expanding school-based wellness efforts across South Carolina.

08/19/2026

Great news! We're celebrating a $315,000 donation from Harris Teeter, raised through the Together in Education Round Up Campaign last fall. This generous contribution will help advance programs and partnerships to create healthier school environments for young people across communities served by Harris Teeter.

Learn more: https://www.healthiergeneration.org/articles/healthier-generation-celebrates-315000-donation-from-harris-teeters-together-in-education

We work with schools, youth-serving organizations, and businesses to build healthier communities that support healthy kids

08/17/2026

NEW: Expert Voices, our brand new blog series, amplifies the ideas shaping healthier schools—directly from the experts who live this work every day!

In our first post, Karen Graf, Nursing Education and Practice Specialist at National Association of School Nurses, explores the evolution of school nursing, the future of , and the power of advocacy.

Read the full Q&A to explore Karen's key insights:

▪️ Health remains foundational to learning. From the earliest school nursing pioneers to modern practice, the profession has been built on the understanding that students cannot succeed academically if their health needs are not addressed.

▪️ School nurses are increasingly care coordinators. Today’s role extends beyond direct clinical care to collaboration around mental health, nutrition, chronic disease management, and social determinants of health.

▪️ Advocacy will shape the next chapter. School nurses must communicate their impact, influence policy, and help define the future of student healthcare.

Read more here: https://www.healthiergeneration.org/articles/expert-voices-health-is-not-separate-from-learning-its-a-prerequisite

08/14/2026

On the blog: Learn how Southern School of Energy and Sustainability in North Carolina is building vaccine confidence among students: https://bit.ly/4kNYhtS

We work with schools, youth-serving organizations, and businesses to build healthier communities that support healthy kids

08/13/2026

The season is a great time to reconnect with families and strengthen conversations around .

Learn how to effectively communicate with parents and caregivers about the importance of school-required and routine vaccinations for students' well-being in this free, on-demand webinar.

Log in to your Healthier Generation Action Center account to watch: https://www.healthiergeneration.org/app/resources/2104