HHS launches $10 million challenge to boost Presidential Fitness Test participation
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to distribute $10 million to schools next year as part of a nationwide challenge meant to boost participation in the Presidential Fitness Test, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced on Thursday.The Presidential Fitness School Innovation Challenge will offer $7 million in prizes to schools, districts, and youth-serving organizations that demonstrate creative and effective ways to implement the test. Join Washington Examiner for unlimited access to the news, analysis, and commentary that matter most.
- ▪The Department of Health and Human Services plans to distribute $10 million to schools next year as part of a nationwide challenge meant to boost participation in the Presidential Fitness Test, HHS Secretary Robert F.
- ▪Kennedy Jr. announced on Thursday.The Presidential Fitness School Innovation Challenge will offer $7 million in prizes to schools, districts, and youth-serving organizations that demonstrate creative and effective ways to implement the test
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The Department of Health and Human Services plans to distribute $10 million to schools next year as part of a nationwide challenge meant to boost participation in the Presidential Fitness Test, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced on Thursday.The Presidential Fitness School Innovation Challenge will offer $7 million in prizes to schools, districts, and youth-serving organizations that demonstrate creative and effective ways to implement the test. Another $3 million in awards and vouchers will be available to use for fitness or sports equipment.
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