Kedron, Peeples, Burch Named by America’s Healthiest Schools

Kedron, Peeples, and Robert J. Burch Elementary have been named 2026 America’s Healthiest Schools by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.

Supported by Del Monte Foods, Kaiser Permanente, and Kohl’s Cares, Healthier Generation’s annual award program recognizes schools for implementing evidence-based policies and practices to support academic success and lifelong well-being. Schools are recognized in nine health-related topic areas.

Kedron Elementary was awarded in six topics: School Health Services, Local School Wellness Policy, Nutrition & Food Access, Physical Education & Activity, Tobacco-Free Schools, and Family & Community Engagement.

Peeples Elementary was awarded in two topics: School Health Services and Physical Education & Activity.

Robert J. Burch Elementary was awarded in two topics: School Health Services and Local School Wellness Policy.

The three schools are among 1,376 K–12 schools nationwide celebrated for their commitment to advancing whole child health.