Children living in low-income families or neighborhoods suffer disproportionately from asthma, obesity, injuries, mental health problems, and lack of readiness to learn. NEWfit was created to address the critical wellness needs of children in Baltimore City.
Our mission is to spark a lifelong practice and passion for wellness through fitness and health education programming.
We offer year-round recess and competitive athletics to elementary and middle school students who typically lack access to recreational activities of any kind.
OUR IMPACT
Before and during school day recess programs for elementary and middle school students that encourage movement, collaboration and social-emotional growth.
Intramural competitive athletics offered year-round to students, staff and parents at no cost to participants, inspiring camaraderie, accountability and more.
Daily activities during the summer weeks that develop fitness awareness and artistic expression, complete with field days, swimming and weekly field trips.
NEWfit Kids has been a great partner with the school. My athletes have increased their attendance. It has given some students reasons to come to school. It has been used as an intervention for SST and truancy court…Great Program!!
This has been an amazing experience for the students, parents and all stakeholders. We have been involved with other leagues and this experience has exceeded our expectations…we look forward to next year!!
NEWfit Kids is a great organization committed to providing students with excellent opportunities that promote fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Our school community is excited about the variety of athletic programs, and our students have fond memories of each experience
Studies show that “after recess…students are more attentive and better able to perform cognitively. In addition, recess helps young children to develop social skills that are otherwise not acquired in a more structured classroom environment.”
-“The Crucial Role of Recess in School,” American Academy of Pediatrics
WE CAN’T DO THIS ALONE.
