Welcome to the Wellness Center

Where you will find information related to family health and wellness. We focus on health related issues that directly pertain to children’s health and provide medical resources and programs for St. Louis families.

Should you need to contact a nurse regarding your child, feel free to contact Bonita Mitchell or Annette Gerwitz.

You can fax information to us at 314-645-9700 attention School Nurse.

Resources

Mo Health Net for Kids Insurance Applications available at SLCS

Applications for Mo Health Net for Kids are available in the Intermediate Nursing Office. Mo Health Net is an insurance program for children under the age of 19, some parents, and pregnant women who are uninsured. Depending on family size and income, the program can be free or premiums are charged based on a sliding scale. The application, sliding scale premium chart, and a list of frequently asked questions are all available in the Intermediate Nursing Office. Your child can stop in and ask for an application anytime.

St. Louis Children’s Hospital Offers Weight Management Program

Beginning Saturday, March 7th St. Louis Children’s Hospital will offer a 10 week Weight Management Class for children and their parents entitled the Head to Toe Program. This spring session will be held at the Clayton Recreation Center and will be held every Saturday afternoon from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for ten consecutive weeks.

During the program, registered dieticians and physical therapists will lead hands–on fitness activities, cooking classes and parent discussions to encourage children and their parents to make better lifestyle choices through healthier eating and increasing daily physical activity. Summer and Fall sessions of the Head to Toe Program are also scheduled. The fee for the class is $50 and scholarships are available to all families who would like to attend but may have difficulty paying.

To register call 314-454- KIDS.

Health Related Issues