Call To Action: Clark Ray Calls on the Council to Pass the “Healthy Schools Act” Should Apply to Public and Charter Schools
WASHINGTON, DC — Clark Ray, candidate for DC City Council, At-Large, today began urging his supporters and all DC residents to contact their Councilmember to support passage of the “Healthy Schools Act.”
“Passage of the Healthy Schools Act is one solid step in response to the public health crisis we face in DC today,” Ray said.
“DC faces alarming rates of obesity, diabetes and other serious conditions. As former Director of Parks and Recreation, I know the importance of physical fitness and nutrition in building better lives for our residents.
“It is important that this Act apply to students at both traditional public schools, and also at charter schools. DC has a stewardship mandate to all of these students: good nutrition and information that will allow them to live a healthy, long and productive life.
“I ask every person in the District to call and email your Councilmember today and tell them you want them to pass the Healthy Schools Act, and to make the Act applicable to all children in schools receiving public funds.
“In addition to having comprehensive age-appropriate health education for all students, we know that our children are better learners when we help them improve their eating and exercise habits. They also provide a positive influence within their families.”
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