Physical Education - MGL 71,3 requires that physical education be taught
in the public schools as a required subject in all grades for all students. The
goal of the LPS physical education program is to
teach skills, enable students to experience efficient movement in
individual, dual and team activitiesfoster social growth, citizenship and sportsmanship
acquire knowledge and habits to assist them in maintaining a
healthy, active lifestyle.
Health Education - Certified teachers provide health education in grades
K-12. This prevention program provides the opportunity for all students to
understand and practice concepts and skills related to health promotion and
disease prevention.
Health Services - Provides a broad scope of services that address physical
and mental health needs of our students and staff. Included in the health
services program are: health records, immunizations, screenings, physical
exams, medication administration, and first aid. In addition the school
nurses provide access to health insurance and referrals for services.
Vision/Hearing Screening - To meet the requirements of MGL, the
LPS screens students for vision and hearing, notifies parents of
problems, provides referrals, and assists in finding eyewear or hearing
aids.
Dental Program - Students in selected grades are provided
prevention education and non-evasive dental screenings. Students
with dental problems are referred for insurance, emergency care and
follow-up.
Agencies - The LPS works with a number of agencies that provide services
to our students. Programs through this department include:
Project COPE - Provides a Student Assistance Plan and Anger
Management Programs
HAWC - Provides education in areas of violence prevention. In Secondary schools programs are available about healthy relationships and services to students in abusive relationships. For the Elementary schools programs are available ib bullying prevention and other social and emotional issues.
Catholic Charities - Provides a case manager (LICSW) to assist
pregnant and parenting students
Lynn Community Health Center - Provides school based health
centers at eight of our schools, mental health services, and dental
services.
U MA - Provides a nutrition education program for elementary schools.
Family and Children's Services - Provides violence prevention clubs
at two elementary schools.
YMCA - Day care provider
Gregg House - Day care provider
Camp Fire Girls and Boys - Day care provider
Girls Inc - Day care provider and LYNC programs
Solutions for Living - SCORE Program at three high schools (conflict
mediation)
NSCC - backpack safety program