Each spring the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit
challenges the residents of our Tri County to turn off their TV,
computer, and video game screens for one week.
Participants are
encouraged to be creative with the way they use this time that they
normally spend in sedentary activities, emphasizing physical activity,
healthy eating and feeling good about our bodies.
Our hope is that
everyone will become more aware of how much more time they have when
they are not in front of a screen and see how much fun it can be to
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'Pause to Play'
at School
Each spring, the "Pause to Play" is up for grabs! Schools have the
opportunity to compete against each other in order to win fantastic
prizes. Teachers are encouraged to participate with their class or the
entire school for the challenge and prizes are awarded to the best
school and best classes based on creativity of activities, the variety
of different types of activities and participation. Public Health Nurses
assist teachers in planning for the week by meeting with them and
providing a package containing curriculum and activity ideas, healthy
eating ideas, and physical activity resources. Please feel free to
download and print these resources as needed. If you require further
assistance, call us at 1-800-660-5853 or
email us.
'Pause to Play' Challenge Resources for Schools
Resources to Send Home
The Health Unit understands
that there may be certain situations where computer or screen use might
be necessary for your work or school. Do your best to use it less than
normal. Avoid screens for recreational use and make use of different
lines of communication whenever possible such as phone, radio, and fax.
Good luck!!
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Pause to Play at Home
Do you or your family want to take the Pause to Play Challenge? Pause
your screens for one week and try to fill this time off with more
physical activity, healthy eating and feeling good about your body. The
Health Unit has many resources with great ideas and helpful, practical
tips to make your screen free week a success. Feel free to download,
photocopy, and use any of these resources as needed.
TV Turn-Off Challenge Resources for Individuals and Families
The Health Unit understands
that there may be certain situations where computer or screen use
might be necessary for your work or school. Do your best to use it
less than normal. Avoid screens for recreational use and make use of
different lines of communication whenever possible such as phone,
radio, and fax. Good luck!!
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Resources for Individuals and Families |
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Here are some links you might find useful:
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Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District
Health Unit -
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