Rhinebeck Central School District

Wellness Committee General Information

Mission Statement
The mission of the Rhinebeck Central School District's Wellness Committee is to ensure that all students and staff in the district have access to healthful foods and opportunities to be physically active in order to grow, learn and thrive, recognizing that healthy eating and physical activity are essential to achieve their academic and physical potential, optimal mental growth and lifelong health and well-being.

The RCSD's Wellness Committee is committed to providing a school environment that promotes and protects students' health, well-being and ability to learn by supporting healthy eating and physical activity including lifelong healthy decision making. The school district will promote student wellness by providing opportunities for good nutrition and physical activity, in its educational programs, school activities and meal programs.

Committee Members
Dave Aierstok - RHS Physical Education teacher and RCSD Health and Wellness Director
Thomas Burnell - Assistant Superintendent
Larry Anthony - Food Services Director
Brett King - CLS Principal
Christine Kozma - Parent
Teresa Costakis - School Nurse
Emily Davison - Director of Special Services
Megan Rodier - Social Worker
Megan Barbera - Board Trustee

Sub-Committee Members
Policy: Dave Aierstok, Thomas Burnell, Larry Anthony
Curriculum: David Aierstok, Brett King
School Foods: Thomas Burnell, Larry Anthony