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MENIFEE — National children’s health organization Alliance for a Healthier Generation today unveiled its 2026 list of America’s Healthiest Schools, celebrating 1,376 K–12 schools nationwide for their commitment to advancing whole child health, including Santa Rosa Academy. Only about 1 percent of schools in the United States receive this designation.
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. Santa Rosa Academy was awarded in Strengthening Social-Emotional Health & Learning, Cultivating Staff Well-Being, Increasing Family & Community Engagement, Improving Nutrition & Food Access, Implementing Local School Wellness Policy, Bolstering Physical Education & Activity, Enriching Health Education and Supporting School Health Services.
“Being recognized as one of America’s Healthiest Schools is an incredible honor and a reflection of our commitment to supporting the whole child,” said Anastasia Bradshaw, assistant superintendent of Santa Rosa Academy. “This recognition reinforces the importance of creating a school culture where the health and well-being of our students and staff are valued. We are proud of the work we have accomplished and excited to continue building healthy habits that help our entire school community thrive.”
See the full list of recognized schools at healthiergeneration.org/AHS.
Alliance for a Healthier Generation is a leading national nonprofit dedicated to advancing equitable whole child health by creating healthier school environments. Since 2005, they have partnered with over 57,000 school communities across all 50 states, reaching more than 31.3 million young people. Learn more and join the movement at HealthierGeneration.org.
Santa Rosa Academy is a K-12 tuition-free, public charter school of choice established in 2005. Santa Rosa Academy serves 1,850 students in Riverside county with site-based and online programs, accredited by the Schools Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Santa Rosa Academy is located at 27587 La Piedra Road, Menifee, CA 92584. Phone: 951-672-2400. Website: www.sra.mn.
