The Derby Public Schools Wellness Program is designed to help employees adopt and maintain healthy behaviors as a way of life. It aims to increase awareness for personal health while providing opportunities and resources for health management and improvement.
Click HERE to view the Form 446 that outlines the Wellness Incentive Program.
Employees on the district health insurance plan who participate in the Biometric screening or submit a physician form and earn 200 points will receive $300 annually towards their medical premium contributions for engaging in the activities outlined below.
Biometric Screening
Biometric Screenings will take place at the worksite or you can register for an offsite location. If you choose to have your biometrics done through your own physician, you will need to download the form on the Quest website during the biometric screening period (Late August through October). Have your physician fill out the form and fax to quest. Don't forget to take a copy of your form before your physician sends it off.
Physician Form
Have your physician fill out the
Physical,
Well Woman or Well Man Exam form.
Activities Include:
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Vision Exam
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Dental Exam
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Flu Shot
Activities Include:
• Wellness Speakers - (Must use sign up sheet for the speakers class)
• Derby Health Collaborative Wellness Presentations
• Committee approved speaker
• Lifestyle Management Log
Activities Include:
• New Directions - Employee Assistance Program
• USD 260 Derby Public Schools Wellness Challenges -
2019-2020 Challenges:
October 2019 - Cancer Prevention
November 2019 - Hidden Sugars $ Sugar Substitutes
December 2019 - Maintain, Don't Gain (Stress Eating)
January 2020 - Set Personal Gaols
February 2020 - Living a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
March 2020 - Mindfulness - Reducing Screen Time
April 2020 - Rethink Your Drink
May 2020 - Bike Month (This challenge is done with the DRC)
June 2020 - Fun Family Activities
July 2020 - Community Volunteer
August 2020 - Mental Health
September 2020 - Move Your Way (This challenge is done with the DRC)
2018-2019 Challenges:
October - Flu Shot
November - Budget: Then, Don't Budge
December - Maintain, Don't Gain
January - A Healthier You/Set S.M.A.R.T Goals
February - Heart Health Month
March - Eat Well, Live Well
April - Rethink Your Drink
May - Find Your Purpose
June - Family Togetherness
July - Random Act of Kindness
August - Know Your Risk Factors (Biometrics)
September - Let's Move Derby Staff
Activities Include:
• Participate in a committee approved Disease Management Program
(Includes Aetna telephone based coaching program)
• Participate in a Diabetes Prevention Program through the DRC.
• Participate in a Financial Wellness Program - Smart Dollar through Dave Ramsey