Students Hope to Outplay Hopewell Middle School Staff

"Hopewell Lives Well" will be the theme of a health fair and students vs. staff volleyball game Thursday, Jan. 19 at from 4-6:30 p.m.

The city of Milton/CorePhysique kids fitness program hosts "Hopewell Lives Well."

"For several months we have been hosting after-school fitness camps for children at the school," said Kolleen Riddick, founder of CorePhysique. "Additionally, we've partnered with Principal Dr. Lenora Patterson and started a student fitness ambassador program to help the kids learn proper exercise and health habits. This health fair is a big part of that effort."

Riddick said the event will begin at 4 p.m. in the gymnasium with a staff vs. students volleyball game. At 4:30 p.m., the health fair will begin. It will feature free samples and expert advice on health and wellness for all ages.

Participants include the Atlanta Hawks, , Saladmaster, , Optimum Wellness, Blue Ribbon Foods, , Beauty Control Cosmetics, Mix1, David's Garden, , 31 Gifts, Front Door Produce and Well Home Products.

"Georgia is facing a childhood obesity problem, and we've got to give kids healthy, fun options to stay fit," said Tom Gilliam, Milton's recreation program manager. "One of the best ways we've found to do it is bring fitness directly into their school and integrate it into the types of things they want to do."

For more information on Hopewell Lives Well or any of the city of Milton's fitness camps, email Riddick or call her at 770-752-3159. You may also contact Gilliam at 678-242-2519 or by email.