Gates Chili Central School District

Staff wellness

Spartan Strong: Wellness Starts With Us

At Gates Chili, we believe that taking care of our staff is just as important as taking care of our students. Wellness Starts with Us means creating and sustaining a culture where physical, mental and emotional well-being are a priority every day.

Through the Spartan Strong wellness program, staff have access to a variety of opportunities that support healthier lifestyles and a stronger sense of community. From fitness classes and mindfulness sessions to nutrition workshops and stress management resources, we are committed to offering meaningful ways for staff to recharge, reconnect and thrive—together.

Because when we feel our best, we give our best. And that benefits our entire school community.

Committee Members:

Armstrong: Leslie Conroy

Brasser: Christina Bathgate

Disney: Roxanne Connelly, Beth Larter, Regina Maxey, Kathryn Reinhardt, and Kara Snyder

District Office and Districtwide Staff: Tonya Dickerson, Anna Lamb, Audrey McLendon, and Angelina Pound

Gates Chili HS: Marla Chefalo, Katie Elkins, Kenneth Hammel, Danielle Ike, April Marques, Tricia Snyder, Tracy Vander, and Derek Yacono

Gates Chili MS: Susan Carr, Janice Phillips, and Rene Wazowicz

Operations Center: Joe DeSanto

Paul Road: Kelsey Quinlan

Transportation and Facilities Center: Melissa Mancuso

Happening this fall

September

Fall Step Challenge: Sept.1-30, 2025

Get moving this fall by tracking your total steps taken each day!

Download a Step Tracker

October

Information coming soon!

Past issues of the Spartan Strong e-newsletter

The Spartan Strong e-newsletter is your monthly source for all things staff wellness at Gates Chili. Each issue features tips, events, resources and inspiration to help you prioritize your physical, mental and emotional well-being. Stay informed, stay motivated and stay Spartan Strong!