YSMS Receives Patient First Grant

YSMS received a $1000 grant from Patient First to purchase materials to support kinesthetic classroom activities, the PRIDE program, and the student lounge.   The grant will support the students and staff of YSMS in the implementation of physical and mental wellness activities throughout the school day by utilizing Kinesthetic Classroom activities and providing needed supplies for our PRIDE program, anti-bullying program, and the student lounge.  Current research shows that regular physical activity beyond the physical education classroom helps children and teenagers perform better in school.  The Kinesthetic classroom uses short activity breaks to refocus students and movement-based activities to reinforce the academic curriculum.    These activities increase the student’s  attention span and helps the brain master new information.