McBain Wellness Center

08/26/2026

The Wellness Center will be closed today for a meeting. We will be open again tomorrow.

08/12/2026

Wellness Wednesday
With school starting right around the corner, it's a good time to start thinking about everything your child needs to be successful this upcoming school year. One requirement for starting Kindergarten is an up to date hearing and vision screening. We will be offering these screenings to all students at our open house on August 18th. For more information on hearing and vision screenings, or to schedule an appointment if you cannot make it to the open house, see the link below.

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08/05/2026

Wellness Wednesday

Summer is a great time to get outside and go on a bike ride! While riding on trails or around your neighborhood is an awesome way to be active and spend time outdoors, it is important to remember bicycle safety. Always remember to wear a helmet, ride on the right side of the road, and follow all rules of the road. For more bike safety tips, click the link below!

The following is a list of common bicycle safety myths, coupled with the correct information you need to teach your children about safe bike riding.

07/29/2026

Wellness Wednesday
The warm weather today is a perfect excuse to head to the beach! While building epic sand castles and splashing in the waves, make sure that safety is a part of your fun in the sun. Remember sun screen and water bottles to stay healthy in the heat. Also keep watch while your kids are in the waves and know when to wear a life jacket! For more beach safety tips, click the link below!

Whether your family's favorite beach spot is near the ocean or the edge of a river or lake, here are ways to make sure that health hazards don't spoil your good time. Learn how to keep kids safe.

07/22/2026

Wellness Wednesday

For a summery and healthy treat, make popsicles with your family! Pour your child’s favorite juice into an ice cube tray and stick popsicle sticks inside. Then, let freeze. This fun treat is a
great way to cool off on a hot day! If you don’t have an ice cube tray, you can use a plastic or paper cup! Add fresh or frozen fruit to your popsicles for more fun and nutrition! As you enjoy the treat, talk about the color of the snack and how it tastes!

07/15/2026

7/15 Wellness Wednesday
This summer, remember the importance of spending time together and talking! On hot summer days, talk with your family about all the different ways to cool off! “How can we
cool off on a warm day? We can drink lots of water, turn on a fan, or splash in the tub!” You can also talk about everything fun you like to do together in the summer! Remember, talking is great for social and emotional health and keeps you learning together! For more summer fun ideas, click the Talking is Teaching link below!



https://talkingisteaching.org/bundle/lets-talk-about-summer-bundle/

07/08/2026

Wellness Wednesday
Celebrate National Blueberry Day by enjoying this superfood as a snack or part of a meal! Blueberries may be small, but are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytochemicals and fiber. The Mayo Clinic shares that “A one-cup serving of blueberries contains 25% of the recommended daily value for vitamin C and 4 grams of dietary fiber, but only 80 calories.” As well as being delicious, blueberries help with cardiovascular health, diabetes prevention, improved cognitive function, gut health, and are anti-inflammatory. Whether you eat them fresh or frozen, baked or blended, add some blueberries to your diet today!
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11196611/
https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/the-power-of-blueberries

From heart health to weight control to memory, versatile delicious blueberries provide body-wide benefits.

06/24/2026

Wellness Wednesday
Attending a summer camp is a great way to keep kids active and social during the summer months. While there are many benefits to attending summer camp, there can also be risks. Take time to ensure a healthy and happy camp experience with a little planning and preparation. A few key items to consider include picking the right camo for your kid, seeing your pediatrician for a physical before heading to camp, and getting swimming lessons before the summer fun begins. For a full list of summer camp safety, see the link below!

Choosing a summer camp for your child can seem like an overwhelming experience of choices and costs. The AAP has created this checklist to help you navigate the camp experience.

06/10/2026

Wellness Wednesday
As the weather is getting warmer, a great way to cool down is to go for a swim. While you’re splashing around this summer, remember the importance of water safety. Make sure kids are never alone around water and make time for swimming lessons! For more water safety tips, click the link below!

at-play~5 tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to maintain children of all ages safe from drowning.