Tuesday, April 11, 2023

MEDIA ADVISORY: Spring Festival Focuses on Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing

Media Advisory

Spring Festival Focuses on Employee Mental Health and Wellbeing

Tuesday, April 11, 2023

For the second year in a row, San Diego Unified School District is hosting a spring festival for teachers and district staff focused on mental health and wellbeing. Employees are invited to explore the various resources available to them regarding overall wellness.

Community partners will also be on hand to explain benefits available to district employees, including Cal Coast Credit Union, the County of San Diego, VEBA, Kaiser Permanente and UnitedHealthcare.

Attendees will be able to make bike-powered smoothies, take part in health screenings and mindfulness activities, test drive e-bikes, browse and shop from local vendors, and enjoy free refreshments and live music.

WHAT: Mental Health and Wellbeing Festival

WHEN: Wednesday, April 12, 2023
              Media availability 3-4 p.m.

BACKGROUND: Nationwide, students, families, and school district staff have been significantly impacted by the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, both physically and emotionally. San Diego Unified is committed to providing resources, information, and support for all students and district personnel.

*This advisory is intended to provide information to professional journalists. Please confirm attendance in advance.

MEDIA CONTACT: Tara McNamara, San Diego Unified School District, 619-559-6596, tmcnamara@sandi.net

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