2011 Virginia Youth Survey Physical Activity 24% of high school students met the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity each day.

2011 Virginia Youth Survey Screen Time 77% of students reported MORE than two hours of total screen time per day.

2011 Virginia Youth Survey Sugar Sweetened Beverages 1 out of 7 Virginia youth consume soda at least three times a day, increasing their chances of becoming obese by more than 60%.

Virginia public schools have been committed to improve health and to teach students the importance of practicing healthy behaviors. Schools are part of the Solution

85.9 percent of school divisions have taken steps to serve meals featuring local foods. Farm to School Week will take place from Nov. 11- Nov. 15 Virginia Farm to School

Establishes rigorous standards for schools' food quality, participation in meal programs, physical activity opportunities and nutrition education 251 schools in nine different Virginia school districts have received awards. Healthier U.S. Schools Challenge

In addition to improved meal quality, many Virginia schools are meeting the challenge by promoting increased physical activity.

The Virginia Youth Obesity survey provides valuable baseline obesity data. Future Directions