School Based Health Programs of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston

The School Based Health Programs in Wheeling and Weirton have designed this web site for principals and teachers in our Catholic Schools throughout West Virginia.  The site provides health related information, resources and educational tools for all ages.

Our professional teams recognize the link between nutrition, physical activity, and good health as direct links to students’ ability to achieve academically. The School Based Health Teams work to support the schools in helping students, teachers, staff and the community learn, establish, and maintain healthy life styles, attitudes and behaviors.

Our Registered Nurses and School Counselor are available for questions or comments. We welcome suggestions to enhance our efforts to bring health care to our Catholic Schools family.

Two women stand next to a wall display of a turkey made from colored paper handprints. Above the turkey, a sign reads, What are you thankful for? The display is in a tiled hallway.
A group of young children sits on a colorful rug in a classroom, attentively listening to an adult reading a picture book. The classroom is filled with educational materials and a teacher stands in the background.
A black tri-fold display board with red letters reading A healthy me is drug free, red ribbons, and text pledging to avoid illegal drugs and be a positive role model. Small white labels and a drawing decorate the board.
Four young girls in plaid school uniforms hold up oversized toothbrushes, appearing to pose or perform together on stage against a dark background.
An older woman in a red dress holds a bottle of hand sanitizer while two young girls stand beside her, smiling and holding out their hands in a classroom setting.
A group of smiling children stand in front of a white teepee with blue polka dots, wearing rain ponchos and jackets. The background is filled with autumn trees with yellow leaves.
A man and woman smile at the camera while holding a blue bag labeled SVS FIRST AID. They are indoors, with tables, chairs, boxes, and a water bottle visible in the background.
Six young children sit around a wooden picnic table indoors, smiling and interacting with a small pumpkin and lunch items. The background shows large windows and an open space.
A young girl balances on a yellow beam outdoors, arms outstretched, wearing a gray hoodie and jeans. She sticks out her tongue playfully while being supported by an unseen person.
Logo of the Sisters of St. Joseph Health & Wellness Foundation with a green tree featuring red flowers on the left and the foundation name in green text on the right.


Funded by the Sisters of St. Joseph Health and Wellness Foundation and the Diocese of Wheeling Charleston, the School Based Health Programs are in support of the vision and mission of the SSJ Health and Wellness Foundation:

VISION STATEMENT:
“The children of West Virginia have resources available to assist them in living to their fullest potential”

MISSION:
“The Foundation, a member of the Congregation of St. Joseph Mission Network, will make optimal use of its resources in order to promote and support collaboration and partnership among various local, state, and national groups working to strengthen the holistic health of children and families in West Virginia.”