Gates Chili Central School District

Spartan Strong Wellness Fair

As part of our March conference day, all staff are invited to participate in the Spartan Strong Staff Wellness Fair on Friday, March 20 from 1–3 p.m. at Gates Chili Middle School.

The fair is designed as a flexible, come-and-go experience where staff can recharge, connect with colleagues and explore resources that support physical, mental and emotional well-being. Activities will be located throughout the building and include wellness vendors, movement opportunities, creative and relaxing activities and spaces for quiet focus or collaboration.

You’ll have the opportunity to connect with community wellness partners, try hands-on activities like games or creative projects, explore new spaces in the middle school and take advantage of resources designed to support healthy habits both at work and at home.

Whether you spend a few minutes or the full afternoon exploring, we hope the event provides a meaningful opportunity to reset, have some fun and celebrate the importance of wellness in our Spartan community.

Schedule for the Day

8:00 - 9:00: Professional Work Time

9:15 - 12:00: District Scheduled Collaboration Time
Most staff will have a scheduled location for collaboration/training - staff without something specific scheduled should engage in regular work duties or other tasks as assigned

12:00 - 1:00: Lunch on your own

1:00 - 3:00: Wellness Fair, Gates Chili Middle School

Parking Information

Please note the following regarding parking for the day:

Lot E will be closed for the Teacher Recruitment Day event in the Spartan Field House.

Lot J (near the tennis courts) will reopen by Friday, though several spots will be reserved for vendors attending the Wellness Fair.

Staff may park in Lots C, D, F (high school bus loop), G, H, J, K and L.

Staff to-do list before March 20

💆 If interested in a chair massage appointment on March 20, complete this interest form by Thursday, March 12 at 3 p.m. (please note this does not guarantee you an appointment)

⛳ If interested in a golf simulator appointment on March 20, complete this interest form by Thursday, March 12 at 3 p.m. (please note this does not guarantee you an appointment)

👟 If interested in using the fitness center on March 20, be sure to register and attend a fitness center orientation on March 10 or March 17.

📨 Check your email soon for specific instructions for a message from your director, supervisor, teacher leader or other administrator regarding your district-scheduled collaboration time

🗺️ Check out the map of activities that will be offered at the event.

📌 Come to Gates Chili Middle School (not the high school) for the afternoon of Friday, March 20. Our staff work day goes until 3 p.m. that day.

Learn about our wellness fair offerings

Financial wellness
- Conroy Wealth Management
- Consumer Credit Counseling
Insurance / benefits
- Excellus BCBS
Nutrition or lifestyle wellness
- Mindful Sips
- Project Lean Nation
- Wegmans Pharmacy
Physical health or fitness
- Fleet Feet
- ROCovery Fitness
- Sandy Blair Wellness Nurse
Giveaways and prizes

Don’t forget to enter for a chance to win items donated by our vendors, gift cards and unique products created by Gates Chili students. Be sure to pick up your raffle tickets when you check in.
Corporate Challenge sign-up

Learn about the Rochester Corporate Challenge and sign up to participate with Team Gates Chili. Whether you walk or run, it’s a fun way to stay active and connect with coworkers.
Indoor walking path, outdoor classroom

Get your steps in on our indoor walking route through the building. It’s an easy way to move your body and boost your energy during the afternoon. Or take a break in the outdoor classroom (weather permitting, of course).
Chair massages (by appointment)

Enjoy a 10-minute chair massage designed to release tension and help you reset. Advance sign-up is required for these limited appointment slots and will be done on a lottery basis. Click to enter the lottery by March 12 at 3 p.m.
Self-guided tours of capital work

Take a self-guided look at some of the newly completed spaces from our recent capital project. It’s a chance to see the upgrades and improvements to the middle school learning environment.
Lawn and other games

Have some fun with classic lawn games, ping pong and other group activities in the gym. Jump in for a quick game or challenge a colleague.
Golf simulators and putting mats (by appointment)

Test your swing during a 10-minute appointment using the golf simulators or practice your putting skills. Advance sign-up is required for simulator time slots and will be done on a lottery basis. Click to enter the lottery by March 12 at 3 p.m.
Fitness center (must complete orientation)

Certified users are invited to check out the middle school fitness center during the event. Participants must have already completed the required one-time community use orientation. Click here to register for the March 10 or March 17 orientations.
Quiet or collaborative workspaces

Need to catch up on work or collaborate with colleagues? Or maybe you prefer a calm environment to focus or decompress? There will be classrooms dedicated to getting things checked off your list!
Healthy snack station

Fuel up with nutritious snack options and hydration. It’s a quick way to recharge and keep your energy up during the event.
Hydration stations

Stay refreshed with fruit-infused water available at hydration stations located throughout the building. Bring your water bottle and refill while you explore the wellness fair.
Sensory room

Visit the middle school’s brand-new sensory room and experience a calming environment designed to promote relaxation and regulation.
Assorted board games

Unplug and enjoy a variety of classic and modern board games. Gather a few colleagues and play a quick round together.
Assorted puzzles

Challenge your mind with a variety of puzzles available throughout the event space. Work independently or collaborate with others to complete them.
Kindness rock painting

Create a small piece of positivity by painting kindness rocks. Leave them behind to brighten someone’s day or take one to share encouragement.
Adult coloring pages

Slow down and de-stress with relaxing coloring pages designed for adults. Coloring can help improve focus, creativity and mindfulness.
Tarot card reading and Reiki healing session

Explore a unique wellness experience through tarot card readings and Reiki energy sessions. These optional activities invite reflection, relaxation and personal insight.