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 -
2022-2023 District Wellness Challenges:
October 2022 - Taking Care of You
November 2022 - Hidden Sugars & Sugar Substitutes
December 2022 - Maintain Don't Gain/Build Muscle
January 2023 - Set Personal Goals
February 2023 - Lunch It
March 2023 - Mindfulness (Reduce Screen Time)
April 2023 - Rethink Your Drink
May 2023 - Bike Month (Challenge done with DRC)
June 2023 - Farmers Market Challenge
July 2023 - Flexibility & Stretching
August 2023 - Wellness Bingo
September 2023 - Move Your Way (Challenge done with DRC)
• Counseling/Lifestyle Coaching Form
Activities Include:
• Participate in a committee approved Disease Management Program
• Participate in a Diabetes Prevention Program through the DRC.
• Participate in a Financial Wellness Program - (can be done through a church or on your own)