62 schools in Upper Austria awarded: Alcoven as 'healthy school'

62 schools in Upper Austria awarded: Alcoven as 'healthy school'

alcove. The Alkoven middle school was awarded the coveted seal of approval "Healthy School" this year. This certificate is awarded by the Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK), the state of Upper Austria and the Upper Austria Education Directorate. A total of 62 schools in Upper Austria received this award, which appreciates the efforts for school health.

The seal of approval stands for the successful implementation of a wide range of health -promoting measures. Over 258 schools across the state are actively committed to promoting health. This year, 14 schools took part in this program for the first time and reached the award, while other schools have already been awarded.

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Albert Maringer, the chairman of the ÖGK state office committee, emphasized the positive response to the offer: "We are particularly pleased that the Upper Austrian schools take our offer so numerous.

The topics treated in this context are diverse and range from exercise to healthy eating to psychosocial health and addiction prevention. A recently carried out survey confirmed the positive effects of such programs. A healthy school culture can make a significant contribution to a better learning and work environment.

Education director Alfred Klampfer confirmed the relevance of health promotion: "It is essential to create an environment in which pupils can develop optimally. The seal of approval helps schools to shape a healthy and positive atmosphere for everyone involved." The award is therefore not only a sign of Engagement, but also an incentive to continue to work on improving everyday school life.

This approach to promoting health and well -being represents a fundamental aspect in school work, and the awards should motivate other schools to also become active. It is to be hoped that many other schools take the step towards health promotion and thus make a valuable contribution to the health of their students and teachers.

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