HEALTHY HEARTS. From
left, Terry Wright, nurse, and Tracie Chandler, P.E. teacher, Cobb
6 th Grade in Galena Park ISD, began a wellness program at their
campus containing two components. Sixty people have joined the
Watching Our Weight group, which focuses on promoting good health
and a feeling of well-being through positive eating habits. Over
40 people are in the Marathon Club, which stresses the importance
of walking as part of a daily exercise routine. Mile markers are
provided for walkers choosing to exercise inside or outside. So
far the Marathon Club members have walked over 1,550 miles.