Local Wellness Policy

At Al-Madinah School – Queens, we are committed to supporting the health, safety, and overall well-being of our students and staff. Our school promotes healthy habits, physical activity, preparedness, and a safe learning environment for all members of our school community.

Al-Madinah School – Queens recognizes that student health and wellness contribute to academic success, positive behavior, and overall development.

Our wellness efforts focus on:

• Promoting healthy food and nutrition choices.
• Encouraging regular physical activity.
• Supporting students' social-emotional well-being.
• Providing opportunities for movement throughout the school day.
• Encouraging healthy habits at school and at home.
• Partnering with families to promote student wellness.
• Maintaining a safe, supportive, and respectful school environment.

School administration will periodically review wellness practices and make adjustments as needed to support the needs of our students and school community.

Al-Madinah School – Queens supports the physical, emotional, and social well-being of every student.

Students are encouraged to:

• Practice healthy hygiene.
• Drink adequate water.
• Make healthy food choices.
• Participate in regular physical activity.
• Get appropriate rest.
• Communicate with a trusted adult when they need assistance.
• Treat classmates and staff with kindness and respect.
• Develop positive habits that support academic and personal growth.

Families are encouraged to communicate with the school regarding health concerns, medical conditions, allergies, medications, or other information that may affect their child's safety and participation in school activities.

When appropriate, the school will work collaboratively with families to provide reasonable support for students' health and wellness needs.

Al-Madinah School – Queens is committed to providing a learning environment in which students feel safe, supported, healthy, and prepared to succeed.

School policies and procedures related to health, safety, physical activity, and wellness will be reviewed periodically and updated as necessary based on the needs of our students, families, staff, and school community.