Thibodaux Regional Health System is sponsoring playground equipment for
additional area schools. Thibodaux Regional has partnered with Lafourche
Parish Government to provide new playground equipment for two Head Start
schools in Lafourche Parish.
The Thibodaux Head Start and Myra Champagne Head Start in Lockport will
be the tenth and eleventh schools receiving playground equipment as part
of Thibodaux Regional’s on-going initiative to improve the health
and wellness of the youth in Lafourche and surrounding parishes.
“We are happy that we can continue our efforts to provide playground
equipment for the youth in our communities,”said Greg Stock, Thibodaux
Regional CEO. “By reaching children at a younger age, such as three
and four years old, we hope to instill in them a basis for becoming physically
active and making healthy lifestyle choices.”
Studies have shown that physical activity not only provides many health
benefits but also helps in the development of motor skills and in concentration
and thinking skills. Additionally, children who have higher levels of
physical activity during their childhood are likely to be more active
even after they mature.
“We are excited about this partnership with Thibodaux Regional Heath
System to provide new playground equipment for our Head Start Students,
says Archie Chiasson, Lafourche Parish President. “Providing quality
outdoor activities is just one step in the process of creating healthy
students and this equipment will allow us to create that foundation and
set the bar for the remainder of our students lives.”
“Thibodaux Regional appreciates the opportunity to work with Parish
President Archie Chaisson, parish officials, and Head Start administration
and teachers on this initiative,” continued Stock. “We are
continuously working to positively impact the health and wellness of our
youth now and into the future.”