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Wayne County Go-In Schools

Exciting educational programs for elementary/middle schools

Under the direction of Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano, Go-In Schools (Government Outreach Information Network) was launched to help prepare our children for a healthy and safe life in Wayne County. Since its inception, the Go-In Schools program has educated thousands of elementary and middle school students in healthy eating, internet safety, bully prevention and other topics.

Presentations are done in classrooms, are free of charge, and are approximately 30 to 40 minutes in length. To schedule one or more of the programs, contact Michael Boynton at 313-967-6021.

Classroom Programs

Fitness Wise/ Pound Smart	Childhood obesity is on the rise. This interactive program demonstrates how fast foods and lack of exercise can affect the student’s health. Grades K-3 receives a coloring book.Grades 4-8 receive health information
Internet Safety Grades 4-8	This program addresses students’ proper protocol while using the internet. Children receive an informational handout.
Adventures in Reading Grades K-3	Puppets and books are the perfect combination to teach children the joy of reading. The students receive a reading certificate.
Friends Caring for Friends: Bully Prevention	Trained outreach staff help to instill peaceful resolution and sensitivity in fostering a caring culture. Role-play scenarios teach children how to cope with bullying situations. When requesting this program please indicate if your school has a bully prevention policy. Grades 1-3 receive a coloring/activity book. Grades 4-6 receive a wrist bracelet.
Helmets on the Move Grades 1-6	Students learn the importance of wearing a helmet while riding a scooter, skateboard, bike, or rollerblading. Students receive an informational handout
Stranger Danger Grades K-3	A reminder to children that some strangers can be deceptive and dangerous.
Plan for Safety Grades 1-8	Interactive game and the use of our 6-foot Freddie the Flashlight mascot makes learning the timely and important issue of emergency preparedness fun and exciting. An activity book, emergency kit magnet and sticker are given to each participant.