Contact Elected Officials

Working together is the best way to approach policy change. Talk to teachers, administrators and other parents. Find out what your school or community has in place or in the works. Most importantly, ask what they need help with to ensure a healthier school experience.

Everyone has a role to play. It might be gathering signatures, encouraging a new activity or simply calling attention to what you believe is needed in your neighborhood. Be informed. Be a positive voice for change. Keep up with the latest proposed policies through the GetUp website or follow us on Twitter.

Contact your local school, community or State of Ohio Representatives to find out what wellness policies they support. Talk to parents about what is needed in your neighborhood to make it easy to live the 5-2-1-Almost None lifestyle. Below are some ideas to think about to get you started.

In your neighborhood/schools, you might need:

  • safer sidewalks
  • more lighting
  • a walk to school program
  • a farmer’s market or food co-op
  • soda removed from the menu
  • salad bars in school
  • more active play locations or programs