Mahopac High School students gathered in the gymnasium last week for Wellfest, the school’s annual celebration of health, wellness and community connection. The event featured almost 30 exhibitors offering students information, activities and resources focused on physical, mental and emotional well-being.
“Wellfest is such a positive and engaging way for students to learn about wellness,” health coordinator and teacher Valarie Nierman, who organized the event, said. “It helps reduce stigma around certain topics and reminds students that they have a strong network of support here at school and throughout the Mahopac community.”
Students received Wellfest exhibitor maps listing all the exhibitors and earned a stamp for each table they visited. Those who collected five or more stamps were entered into a drawing for Wellfest T-shirts. The exhibitor maps encouraged students to explore a variety of tables and engage directly with organizations that promote healthy choices and self-care.
