Creating an organizational culture that embraces health and wellness. 1

2 WSAC Mission: We advance educational opportunities and attainment in Washington. In pursuit of our mission, the Washington Student Achievement Council: Leads statewide strategic planning to improve educational coordination and transitions. Supports Washingtonians through the administration of financial aid, a college savings plan, and support services. Advocates for the economic, social, and civic benefits of postsecondary education.

WSAC Demographic Information 3 Total # of Employees = 105

WSAC Demographic Information 4 Total # of Employees = 105

Meet the WSAC Wellness Committee 5

Mission To create an organizational culture that: Supports employee self-change Provides a health and wellness oriented environment Presents opportunities, activities, resources, and information to encourage healthy behaviors in employees Vision A healthy, happy staff community that is engaged and productive WSAC Wellness Purpose 6

WSAC Wellness Purpose (cont.) Values Maintaining employee privacy Encouraging positive behaviors Fostering an open communication culture (feedback, ideas, etc.) Offering agency wellness opportunities Goals Identify and mitigate health risk factors that are prevalent among WSAC staff Increase productivity and team member engagement 7

Team Work Well Initiatives: WSAC Wellness is committed to following the standards set by Team Work Well. We support and promote policies and activities in these areas: 1.Increasing physical activity 2.Improving healthy eating and food selection 3.Living tobacco-free 4.Utilizing preventive services effectively 8

2014 Successes Active wellness committee One of five agencies to receive the Zo8 Award Sustainable wellness in agency Weekly flyer program: Preventative screenings, healthy eating, smoking cessation, physical activity and numerous other topics Healthy options for vending machines WSAC wellness survey completed and results analyzed WSAC wellness policy updated 9

2014 Successes (cont.) Multiple wellness events Weekly meditation “Wear Red” campaign 7 th Annual Biggest Mover Activity WSAC Healthy Behaviors Challenge Flu shot clinic NOT ME diabetes screening Earth Day No(sha)vember And more… 10 HRA Completion Rate = 72%

Wellness Activity Examples 11 No(sha)vember (November)

Wellness Activity Examples 12 No(sha)vember (cont.)

Wellness Activity Examples 13 Earth Day Celebration (April)

Wellness Activity Examples 14 Earth Day Celebration (cont.)

Wellness Activity Examples 15 Bathroom Flyer Program

Wellness Activity Examples 16 Bathroom Flyer Program (cont.)

Thank you! 17