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Welcome to the Boise School District Employee Wellness Program
We're here to help you feel your best—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Through no-cost wellness offerings and year-round support, we aim to empower employees and retirees under age 65 on the District’s Regence Medical Plan to live well, every day.
Wellness (noun)
Wellness (noun)
/ˈwɛlnəs/
A proactive pursuit of health —
The active process of making intentional choices that support physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being.A dynamic state of balance —
A lifelong journey toward optimal health, where individuals strive for harmony in all areas of life, not just the absence of illness.A personal commitment to thrive —
The self-driven effort to cultivate habits that enhance vitality, resilience, and quality of life—at work, at home, and beyond.
Fall Into Wellness
Free Health & Wellbeing Programs for Regence Wellness Plan Members
No-cost wellness programs are available this season for Boise School District employees and retirees under 65 enrolled in the Regence Wellness Plan. Enjoy expert-led sessions on fitness, nutrition, mental health, and more—designed to help you feel your best every day.
Rest Assured: Sleep Better, Feel Better
Program Dates:
April 6 – May 1
Tired of feeling tired? Rest Assured is a 4-week sleep wellness campaign designed to help you catch better Zzz’s with simple, science-backed strategies. Each week features a short video, a doable action step, and a quick check-in to track your progress. You’ll explore sleep quality, spot signs of sleep apnea, and learn what really helps you wake up refreshed.
Format: Online course – new videos released every Monday
Rooted: Grow Resilience & Gratitude
Program Dates:
Nov. 24 – Dec. 19
Slow down, breathe deep, and reconnect. Rooted is a 4-week wellness campaign that helps you build resilience and find moments of gratitude—right when you need it most. Each week includes a short video (5 minutes or less) and a simple action to ground your mindset and boost your well-being during the busy holiday season.
Format: Online course – new videos released every Monday
Burn Bright, Not Out: Preventing Burnout at Work and Beyond
Presentation Dates:
Sept. 4 & Feb. 4 at 6:30 PM
Feeling stretched too thin? This 45-minute live presentation dives into the root causes of burnout and gives you real-life tools to manage stress, set boundaries, and refuel your energy—at work and at home. Learn how to keep your spark without burning out.
Format: Live via Microsoft Teams
Duration: 45 minutes
Meal Planning on a Budget: Eat Well, Spend Smart
Presentation Dates:
Oct. 27 & Mar. 10 at 6:30 PM
Healthy eating doesn’t have to break the bank! This 45-minute live presentation shares simple, budget-friendly strategies to help you plan meals that are nutritious, satisfying, and affordable. Learn how to make the most of your grocery trips without sacrificing flavor or health.
Format: Live via Microsoft Teams
Duration: 45 minutes
Heart Strong:
Blood Pressure & Beyond
Enrollment Open:
August 11 – February 28
Your heart’s calling—are you listening? Heart Strong is a self-paced online course designed to help you take control of your blood pressure with real-life tips and tools. From the DASH diet and smart movement to stress relief and medication know-how, this course puts your heart health in your hands.
Format: Self-paced online course – start anytime!
Lifted: Boost Your Mood, Brighten Your Mind
Enrollment Open:
August 11 – February 28
Need a lift? Lifted is a 6-week, self-paced online program designed to support your mental wellbeing. You’ll get real talk on mental health, medication, food, movement, and more—plus weekly tips, activities, and feel-good resources you can use right away.
Format: Self-paced online course – access everything as soon as you sign up!
Momentum:
Small Steps, Big Wins
Fall Session:
Sept. 15 – Nov. 17
Spring Session:
Jan. 5 – March 9
Ready to ditch the all-or-nothing mindset? Momentum is here to help you build healthy habits that actually stick. Each week, you’ll get bite-sized lessons on mindful eating, movement you enjoy, meal planning, stress hacks, label reading, and more—no guilt, just progress.
Format: Online course with fresh videos every Monday
SHIFT: Real Change, Real Talk, Real Time
Live Virtual Program | Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30 PM
Registration Open: Aug. 11 – Sept. 24
Program Start: September 24
Ready to make a shift? This 9-week live virtual program dives into the six pillars of lifestyle medicine—nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, relationships, and more. Each weekly session is led by a live facilitator and includes real-time group interaction, daily self-check-ins, and personalized support to keep you on track.
Format: Live via Microsoft Teams
📢 Heads-up: You’ll need to be comfortable participating on video—this program thrives on group connection!
Your Wellness, Your Way – All Year Long
Your Wellness, Your Way – All Year Long
Book your Health, Nutrition, or Spine Wellness appointments below
Health Coaching Appointments
Health Coaching Appointments
Click HERE to Schedule
Ready to feel your best?
Health coaching is all about you—your goals, your vision, your well-being. It’s not a one-size-fits-all workout or diet plan. Instead, it’s a supportive partnership that helps you create meaningful, realistic goals for lasting change.
Eligible employees and dependents on the District’s medical plan can receive six personalized health coaching sessions—completely free.
Nutrition Coaching Appointments
Nutrition Coaching Appointments
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Fuel your body, fuel your life.
Whether you're looking to plan healthier meals, manage a specific condition, or simply find more balance in your eating habits, a Registered Dietitian can help. You'll get expert, personalized guidance tailored to your goals and lifestyle.
Eligible employees and dependents on the District’s medical plan can receive six no-cost nutrition coaching sessions with a licensed dietitian.
Call (208) 302-3760 to Schedule
Support for a healthier back—starting with you.
The Spine Wellness benefit offers covered outpatient visits to help you manage back or neck pain without surgery. It begins with a consult from a spine wellness physician, who will assess your needs and, if appropriate, connect you to follow-up treatment with a specialized physical therapist at the Saint Alphonsus Acute Spine Care Center.
Regence Empower®: Your Personalized Well-being Experience
Ready to take charge of your health in a way that’s simple, guided, and rewarding? Regence Empower® is a step-by-step program designed to help you feel your best—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Explore activities tailored to your health goals and earn rewards as you go.
Regence Empower®: Your Personalized Well-being Experience
Ready to take charge of your health in a way that’s simple, guided, and rewarding? Regence Empower® is a step-by-step program designed to help you feel your best—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Explore activities tailored to your health goals and earn rewards as you go.
Your Path to Better Health & Lower Healthcare Costs
As a valued member of the Boise School District team, your health and well-being matter. Through the Employee Wellness Program, eligible employees and retirees under age 65 on the District's medical plan can opt into the Regence Wellness Medical Plan, which offers reduced premiums, lower copays, and smaller deductibles. Participation is voluntary, confidential, and designed to support your health goals—at no cost to you.
How to Opt-In:
To qualify for the 2026–27 Wellness Medical Plan, the primary member must complete and submit a biometric screening by March 31, 2026.
You have three options:
Attend a biometric screening at a District-sponsored location.
Schedule a screening with your own provider.
Unable to Participate? - Submit a Biometric Screening Exemption Form by March 31, 2026 to remain eligible for the Wellness Medical Plan. Please note: A medical provider is required to complete a portion of the exemption form.
🧪 Important Note:
Your screening results are confidential and not shared with the District.
Results do not impact your eligibility for the plan—only that you complete the screening.
📅 Mark Your Calendar:
District sponsored screening sign-ups open August 18, 2025
District sponsored screenings will be available mid-September 2025 through early February 2026
💡 Screening Today, Wellness Tomorrow!
Biometric Screening Form – Now Available
Screening Today, Wellness Tomorrow
The Biometric Screening Verification Form for the 2025–2026 Wellness Program is now available.
If you prefer to complete your screening with your own healthcare provider instead of waiting for a District-hosted clinic this fall, you can now download the form and plan ahead.
Why It Matters
Why It Matters
Biometric screenings help identify health risks early and are required to be eligible for the Wellness Medical Plan.
Results are confidential and will not impact plan eligibility.
Only the primary medical plan member needs to complete the screening to opt-in.
Key Dates
Key Dates
You are completing your screening during the 2025–2026 plan year to opt-in for the 2026–2027 Wellness Medical Plan.
Forms accepted starting: September 1, 2025
Final submission deadline: March 31, 2026
If a biometric screening is medically inadvisable, an Exemption Form may be submitted by March 31, 2026 to maintain eligibility.
How to Submit
How to Submit
Submit your completed form directly:
Email:
sawellness@saintalphonsus.org
Mail:
Saint Alphonsus Corporate Health & Well-being
1055 N. Curtis Road
Boise, ID 83706
Please note: You are responsible for submitting the form. Offices and providers will not submit it on your behalf.
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