Healthy Lifestyles:
- Promote balanced nutrition, physical activity, and mental health care
- Encourage lifelong habits through family engagement.
WHY “A Simple Step”
"simple step" initiative is designed to make health and wellness achievable and accessible for everyone, especially students with busy schedules. This campaign recognizes that maintaining a healthy lifestyle can sometimes feel overwhelming, so it aims to simplify the process by encouraging small, manageable actions that can easily be incorporated into daily routines. The concept stems from the growing pressures students face today, underscoring the importance of practical and attainable measures for health in schools. By taking "simple steps"—students can build lasting habits that strengthen their overall health without drastic changes, such as opting for a healthier snack or allowing time for relaxation.
"simple step"reminds us that every small choice matters. These small actions make living healthier and easier, one step at a time.
Because Their Health Is Our Future!
This campaign seeks to enhance the health and well-being of students, teachers, and their families in schools across Abu Dhabi by raising awareness of the importance of healthy nutrition, physical activity, and mental health support.
The campaign aims to foster sustainable healthy habits within the school community by promoting small, actionable steps towards a healthier lifestyle. It also makes it easier for everyone to implement positive life changes.
Towards a better tomorrow
EVERY SCHOOL, A HEALTH-PROMOTING SCHOOL
Our mission is to transform schools into vibrant hubs of well-being and vitality.
This program focuses on integrating health into every aspect of school life.
This program focuses on integrating health into every aspect of school life.
School Health Screenings:
- Ensure early detection of issues through family and professional collaboration.
- Foster a culture of prevention and health awareness.
Every school is a health-promoting school
- Implement health-focused policies to improve academic performance and well-being.
- Partnering with families and the community to sustain healthy practices in and out of school.
Campaign objectives
Empowering students to adopt a healthy lifestyle that includes proper nutrition, physical activity, and preventive care.
Guiding students toward balanced dietary choices through interactive workshops and innovative awareness programs.
Providing tools and strategies to help students manage stress, enhance resilience, and develop adaptive coping skills.
Encouraging schools to implement policies that enhance health and create a supportive educational setting for physical and mental well-being.
Raising awareness of the importance of routine health screenings to ensure early detection of common health concerns and promote preventive interventions.
Event Structure
The "Simple Step" unified school events will be hosted across three key locations:
Campaign Vision
Our vision is to create a dynamic and inclusive environment that prioritizes children's and youth's physical, mental, and social well-being, paving the way for healthier futures for Abu Dhabi's next generations.
Physical Health
Mental Health
Nutrition.
School Health Screenings
Abu Dhabi Students Demographics
414933
Total Students
(Grades 1-12)
269155+
Abu Dhabi Students
(65%)
125157+
Al Ain region Students
(30%)
20621+
Al Dhafra region Students
(5%)
Special Activities
The "School Health Day" event will take place in February 2025, offering a variety of activities to promote health and well-being:
Healthy Nutrition Workshop: Encourages balanced food choices to improve overall health.
Features engaging activities like jump rope challenges and relay races to boost fitness and fun.
Mental Health Workshops: Provides valuable relaxation techniques and strategies for stress management.
The "Simple Step" campaign is committed to advancing school health promotion for the 2024/2025 year by driving significant improvements in health awareness among students, teachers, and families. This initiative will further support our mission to cultivate a health-conscious culture and foster sustainable healthy habits within the school environment. Together, we aim to empower young people to recognize the importance of their health, contributing to the creation of a stronger, healthier community.
School Staff Training Session
Register now to attend training sessions to enhance school health and acquire the necessary skills to support a healthy and sustainable learning environment.
Discover the essentials of a healthy lifestyle through an interactive session focused on physical activity, balanced nutrition, mental health, and healthy sleep habits. Learn practical steps to maintain a healthy weight, improve daily routines, and create lasting habits that promote well-being.
Explore the comprehensive Health-Promoting Schools (HPS) framework, which integrates health and well-being into every aspect of school life. From promoting nutritious food choices to encouraging physical activity and supporting mental health, this session provides educators with tools to create thriving and supportive school environments for students, staff, and communities.
Dive into the School Health Screening Program, emphasizing the importance of early detection and preventive care. Participants will learn about annual health screenings, including BMI checks, vision and hearing tests, and health education initiatives, helping to ensure a healthier future for students through proactive health monitoring and timely interventions.
School Staff Training Schedule
The School Health Staff Training is Scheduled to take place in three locations as follows: