Ortiz Elementary Named an H-E-B Fit Campus

Ortiz Elementary School has been selected to receive a 2011 H-E-B Excellence in Education Fit Campus Award. Ortiz is one of ten state winners and will receive $10,000 to implement a new health and fitness program or enhance their current program. Ortiz campus representatives will have the opportunity to attend several celebratory events in Austin on May 13-15. Activities include a fitness session with Jillian Michaels from TV’s “The Biggest Loser” and an awards dinner featuring Colin Powell as the keynote speaker. The H-E-B Excellence in Education Fit Campus Award was designed to honor schools that are increasing the health and nutrition of children by developing, implementing and improving physical activity, fitness and health through educational and/or hands-on nutritional and fitness programs.