DCSD Staff Wellness
Women's Health Symposium
Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 9:00 am to 12:15 pm at the Lone Tree Arts Center. Please RSVP by clicking here. Continental breakfast provided.
Spring Into Motion District Showdown: April 1 - 28, 2024
Register by clicking here for our Spring Into Motion District Showdown between the staff at Aurora Public Schools and Douglas County School District! This spirited physical activity competition will run April 1 - April 28, registration closes April 4th. Choose what physical activity you'd like to do each day for 6000+ steps (using a tracking device or the Step Converter tool) to earn points and enter into our weekly drawings.
EPIC Adventure Day
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Choose from 9am (18+), 11am (18+), or 12:30pm (any age). $25/person
Join us at Phillip S. Miller Park in Castle Rock (check it out), for only $25/person (regularly $60) challenge yourself on the Sky Trek Obstacle Challenge Course. Grab your colleagues and Register here. Families are welcome to join the fun after 12:30pm for the same discounted rate.
Art+Wellness - Watercolor Class:
Please join us on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Ponderosa High School from 6:15pm - 8:15pm. Click here to enroll for this free class brought to you by the Staff Wellness and CIA Departments.
April Women’s Health Events:
Women’s Health Symposium - Apri 27, 2024 at the Lone Tree Arts Center. Aging well takes wisdom, wit, and a little chocolate. Join the free Women’s Symposium at the Lone Tree Arts Center. RSVP coming soon. As soon as it is posted it will be placed on the main page of our Staff Wellness Website. Check back often.
Saturday Mammogram Clinics - Are you due for a mammogram? Join us at these Saturday Mammogram clinics to prioritize your breast health conveniently on weekends. Early detection saves lives, so schedule your appointment today!
Webinar - Environmental Toxins: The Invisible Health Killer:
Monday, May 20th, 5:00 - 6:00pm
Join Dr. Jessica Ridgley from Sky Ridge Medical Center for this webinar where she will delve into the hidden dangers lurking in our surroundings and explore their profound impact on human health and well-being. Click here to find out more and register.
FREE Mindfulness Apps for DCSD Employees:
For DCSD employees. Click here to find out more.
FREE Fitness & Yoga Classes for DCSD Employees:
Find out more information and register for classes by clicking here.
*New DCSD Employee Discounts Program:
We are excited to announce our new Employee Discount Program accessible to all Douglas County School District employees. With our new program, you have access to discounts on everything from electronics to gym memberships, shoes to entertainment, restaurants to apparel. Access your employee discounts and start saving today at www.DCSDPerks.com.
Interested in losing weight or making healthier habits?
Journey to Wellness (Diabetes Prevention & Lifestyle Change Program):
Journey to wellness is a NO COST (thank you Adams County Health) year-long lifestyle change group-based program that will give you the tools you need to lose weight and become a healthier you. Find out more and register here. Classes are held virtually via Zoom.
+ Mondays, starting April 1, Noon–1 p.m., virtual via Zoom
+ Thursdays, starting April 4, 6:30–7:30 p.m., virtual via Zoom
Rally (for UnitedHealthcare Insured Employees & Families)
Rally is a digital NO COST personalized health experience available for employees with UnitedHealthcare coverage. Rally is designed to help employees make healthier choices and build healthier habits by generating excitement, keeping them engaged, and motivating them through social connections. Find out more and sign up for Rally here.
Healthy Connections Program (for Kaiser Permanente-Insured Employees & Families)
This group-based class gives participants the tools needed for long-term weight management success. Based on proven success strategies, this NO COST 16-week class is followed by ongoing monthly support. Get education and accountability to lose weight and prevent diabetes. Find out more and sign up for your free class here.
Full Plate Living
Your NO COST membership will allow you to have access to workshops, delicious recipes, articles to keep you focused on your goals, and a community to encourage you! Register here.
2023 - 2024 Staff Wellness calendar
Find our 23-24 Staff Wellness Calendar here, packed with rejuvenating activities and enriching events to promote well-being and foster a healthy, happy workplace here at DCSD. Please reach out to Holly Giron if you have any questions or want to partner on an idea.