Eight Schools among Country’s Healthiest

Eight campuses in Fayette County Public Schools are among America's Healthiest Schools for 2025. Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a children’s health organization, celebrated an unprecedented 1,120 schools (K-12) nationwide for their commitment to advancing whole-child health. Its annual award program recognizes schools for using evidence-based policies and practices to support academic success and lifelong well-being. The process encompasses multiple categories, and schools can apply for one, several, or all nine areas.

Congratulations to our latest honorees:

Athens-Chilesburg Elementary

• Physical Education/Physical Activity

Deep Springs Elementary

• Physical Education/Physical Activity
• Staff Wellness
• Family and Community Engagement
• Social-Emotional Learning
• Supporting School Health Services
• Implementing Local School Wellness Policy

James Lane Allen Elementary

• Staff Wellness

Mary Todd Elementary

• Supporting School Health Services
• Family and Community Engagement

Picadome Elementary

• Physical Education/Physical Activity
• Staff Wellness
• Family and Community Engagement
• Implementing Local School Wellness Policy

Sandersville Elementary

• Physical Education/Physical Activity
• Staff Wellness
• Family and Community Engagement
• Social-Emotional Learning
• Supporting School Health Services

Beaumont Middle

• Physical Education/Physical Activity

SCAPA at Bluegrass

• Physical Education/Physical Activity

Since launching America’s Healthiest Schools in 2007, the alliance has recognized 3,347 schools for their pivotal role in promoting the health and well-being of students, staff, and families.