Activity Works™ in the News

Activity Works Pilot at North Bellmore Schools May Become Model for National Program
In this article, Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy discusses her visit to a New York Elementary School to see the Activity Works program in action. read more

At Howell Road, exercise is a way of life
Howell Road School Principal Frank Huplosky discusses how Activity Works has made a difference in his school. read more

Congresswoman McCarthy Joins with First Lady Obama Expressing Concern About Childhood Obesity
In this article, Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy describes how Activity Works helps to increase children's daily physical activity. read more

“Activity Works” Uses Kinetic Learning to Bring Physical Activity into the Classroom
Sponsors of the Activity Works pilot in New York, including the Roosevelt School District, NY State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Nassau County Executive Thomas R. Suozzi and Bank of America discuss the benefits of the program in combating childhood obesity. read more

Suozzi, DiNapoli, Join North Shore-LIJ to Unveil Anti-Obesity Pilot Progam in Five Nassau County Elementary Schools
In this article with video, Thomas R. Suozzi discusses how programs such as Activity Works fit into the county’s “Healthy Nassau” initiative, designed to promote health in the region. read more

Activity Works on Long Island News 12

In this Long Island News 12 broadcast, students from the Centennial Avenue School in Roosevelt, NY showcase the use of Activity Works in the classroom, in the fight against childhood obesity. As students "expand their minds and shrink their waistlines," state and local officials cite the importance of using education to combat lifelong health issues.