IPS Health Festival: A Day of Wellness, Fitness, and Family Fun

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) will host its annual Health and Fitness Festival on Saturday, May 10, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Northwest Middle School, 5525 W. 34th St. Organized by the IPS Family Academy, this no-cost event emphasizes wellness and community involvement.The festival includes fitness classes, health initiative information, sports opportunities, interactive vendor displays, and giveaways. Waivers are mandatory for fitness participation.With Indiana grappling with high childhood obesity rates, health education in schools is essential to shape healthier habits and enhance academic success. For more details, visit myips.org/blog/district/family-academy-health-fitness-festival/. This reporting is funded by the Indianapolis African-American Quality of Life Initiative, which aims to provide vital health insights. Contact Health & Environmental Reporter Hanna Rauworth at 317-762-7854 or follow her on Instagram @hanna.rauworth.