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Nov 19

TSET Funds Health-Enhancing Projects at Schools Across the State – Oklahoma.gov

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Oklahoma City (Nov. 17, 2023) The Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) Board of Directors awarded $191,500 to school sites and school districts across Oklahoma through the TSET Healthy Incentive Grants Program at their board meeting on Thursday.

The Healthy Incentive Grants Program encourages schools to adopt policies that promote nutrition, physical activity and tobacco-free lifestyles for students, faculty and staff. Once policies are implemented, schools can apply for grants for health-related projects.

Grant funds are used for a variety of projects, including playgrounds, new cafeteria equipment, hydration stations and curriculum. Incentive grant amounts vary based on enrollment and the types of strategies implemented.

What kids learn now about healthy living stays with them for a lifetime, said Julie Bisbee, TSET executive director. By creating a safe and healthy school environment and encouraging nutrition and exercise, schools can make a lasting impact on the wellbeing of their students.

TSET Healthy Incentive Grants for school districts and sites approved this month were:

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TSET Funds Health-Enhancing Projects at Schools Across the State - Oklahoma.gov

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