EB1/JI Manuel Heleno
Overview
EB1/JI Manuel Heleno is a vibrant educational institution located in the Agrupamento de Escolas Amadora Oeste. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for young learners, focusing on their overall development through various educational programs and activities.
Project: Mexe-te Mais
Start Date: Approximately two years ago
Number of Students Involved: About 70 students
Objectives:
- Promote healthy eating and physical exercise
- Reduce obesity and sedentary lifestyle
- Encourage healthy habits through physical activity and nutrition
Activities
- Screening: Conducted at the beginning of the school year for all students.
- Training Sessions: Held from Monday to Friday during lunch, with special sessions on Wednesdays at 4:45 PM open to parents.
- Nutrition Consultations: Weekly sessions for students with high body mass index.
- Workshops and Challenges: Focused on healthy eating.
- Healthy Seals: Creation of seals for products sold in school bars to promote healthy choices.
Nutrition Education
- Focus on forming healthy habits rather than weight loss diets.
- Encouragement of consuming fruits, vegetables, and soups.
- Recommendations against frequent consumption of unhealthy foods (e.g., ice cream, fast food).
- Based on the Mediterranean Diet.
Team Composition
- Multidisciplinary team including four nutrition interns and students from the professional sports course.
- Nutrition guidance provided by Mirna Oliveira, a nutritionist completing her PhD.
- Support from physical education teachers.
Target Age Groups
- Primarily students in the 5th and 6th grades.
- Activities adjusted for different age groups, including cycling and skating for younger students.
Challenges
- Engaging secondary school students who are less likely to participate.
- Need for more consistency and expertise to expand the program to other schools.
Support
- Assistance from the local government, including the provision of height measuring devices.
- Future plans to seek financial support for professional internships.
Incentives
- Awards for dedicated students at the end of the school year.
- Last award ceremony held on June 14, with prizes including a €25 voucher for sports equipment.
- Healthy snack and open training session for parents during the ceremony.
Administrative Services
- Location: Pavilhão A - Piso 0 da Escola Sede
- Chief of Administrative Services: Manuel Ferreira
- Contact Information:
Secretariat Hours
- Monday: 9:30 - 11:30 (Morning), 14:00 - 16:30 (Afternoon), 18:30 - 20:00 (Evening)
- Tuesday: 9:30 - 11:30 (Morning), 14:00 - 16:30 (Afternoon)
- Wednesday: 9:30 - 11:30 (Morning), 14:00 - 16:30 (Afternoon), 18:30 - 20:00 (Evening)
- Thursday: 9:30 - 11:30 (Morning), 14:00 - 16:30 (Afternoon)
- Friday: 9:30 - 11:30 (Morning), 14:00 - 16:30 (Afternoon)
Governing Body
The school has a Conselho Geral (General Council) responsible for strategic direction and ensuring community participation.
Responsibilities include:
- Electing its president and school director.
- Approving the educational project and monitoring its execution.
- Reviewing periodic reports and approving the final report of the annual activity plan.
Notable Articles
The school also shares various articles on its blog, covering topics such as educational offerings, events, and achievements. Some notable articles include:
- Oferta Educativa 2022/2023 - Published on 02 May 2022
- Falecimento do Nosso Estimado Professor – Paulo Lemos - Published on 28 December 2021
- Dia da Escola - Workshop de Fotografia - Published on 09 November 2021
Conclusion
EB1/JI Manuel Heleno is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for its students, promoting healthy lifestyles, and encouraging community involvement.
