Healthy Schools. Stronger Students. Thriving Communities.

BRING WELLNESS TO YOUR SCHOOL

Indra partners with schools and education leaders to build sustainable wellness environments that support physical health, mental resilience, student achievement, staff well-being, and lifelong healthy habits. Her prevention-focused approach helps schools create healthier learning environments for both students and educators.

Drawing from years of experience leading nationally recognized school wellness programs, she helps schools build healthier cultures, stronger communities, and sustainable systems that support long-term well-being and positive outcomes.  

PRAISE FOR INDRA

  • “I have had the pleasure of working with Indra Echeverri on food and nutrition projects for the past decade and continue to be impressed with her passion and dedication. The compassion she has for her students and their health concerns are apparent the moment you meet her. Many teachers care about their students, but Indra's care goes above and beyond.

    There have been times when a project we have worked on had not gone as well as I hoped. But while I experienced frustration, Indra was able to look past that and realized what went wrong and, more importantly, how to correct it.

    In the time I worked with Indra I learned much about education, food and health and look forward to learning more."

    George Edwards, Culinary Professional

Wellness Programs That Transform School Culture

Schools that prioritize wellness create stronger students, healthier staff, and more engaged communities. Through evidence-based wellness programming, strategic partnerships, curriculum development, and grant-supported initiatives, Indra helps schools build sustainable cultures of health that support academic success, physical well-being, and lifelong healthy habits. 

With 24 years in the NYC Department of Education and Wellness Coordinator, Indra helped lead one of the most recognized school wellness programs in the nation, earning multiple National Recognition Awards from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, Let’s Move! Active Schools recognition, and other national honors. Today, she brings that experience to schools seeking practical, measurable, and sustainable wellness solutions that improve student outcomes, strengthen school communities, and support the well-being of both students and educators. Indra brings nationally recognized expertise to every school partnership. 

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Transforming School Wellness

Evidence-based programs that improve student health, engagement, and long-term well-being.

Healthy schools create stronger students, more resilient educators, and communities that thrive. Through IndraHealth Wellness Consultants, Indra partners with schools, districts, and educational organizations to design and implement comprehensive wellness programs that support physical health, mental well-being, student achievement, attendance, and lifelong healthy habits among students and staff. 

Indra's work as a Wellness Coordinator and Physical Education & Health Educator with the New York City Department of Education helped establish a nationally recognized model for school-wide wellness, one that continues to influence how schools approach prevention, student health, physical activity, and emotional resilience. 

Her leadership in school wellness programming earned multiple National Gold Recognition Awards from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, helping position her school among the healthiest and most recognized wellness programs in the United States. 

Drawing from more than two decades of experience in physical education, strength and conditioning, wellness coaching, and behavior change, Indra integrates movement science, nutrition education, and motivational psychology to help schools build sustainable cultures of health that support positive student outcomes, strengthen school communities, and benefit students, educators, and families. 

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What Changes When Schools Invest In Wellness

  • Students move more and focus longer in the classroom

  • Teachers experience less burnout and stronger morale

  • Nutrition habits improve across the school community

  • Families and community partners become more engaged

  • Wellness becomes embedded in school culture - not just a one-year initiative

Nationally Recognized. Locally Committed.

  • Developed a nationally recognized model for school wellness through cross-department collaboration and sustainable program design.

  • Successfully secured multiple wellness grants to support school gardens, nutrition programs, student kitchens, and wellness infrastructure.

  • National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach

  • NYC Department of Education Wellness Coordinator

  • Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist

  • Healthier U.S. School Challenge Recognition

  • Master’s Degree in Human Behavior Psychology

  • Four National Gold Awards for School Wellness

  • Let’s Move! Active Schools Award

  • Alliance for a Healthier Generation

Comprehensive School Wellness Program Development

Indra works directly with school leaders, districts, and educational organizations to design wellness initiatives that are practical, measurable, and sustainable within real school environments.

Programs are tailored to each school’s goals, resources, and community needs

Programs may include:

  • A successful school wellness program requires more than great ideas, it requires the  resources to bring those ideas to life. One of Indra's strengths is helping schools identify  funding opportunities, develop strategic partnerships, and secure the resources needed to support meaningful and sustainable wellness initiatives. 

    Throughout her career, Indra has successfully obtained grants, equipment, and program  support from national and local organizations committed to improving student health and  well-being. Her grant development efforts have helped schools secure funding and  resources for: 

    • School gardens and nutrition education programs  

    • Physical activity and fitness initiatives  

    • Wellness curriculum development  

    • Healthy food and nutrition programs  

    • Student wellness campaigns  

    • Wellness infrastructure improvements  

    • Staff wellness initiatives  

    Indra has successfully partnered with and secured support from organizations such as Fuel  Up to Play 60, GrowNYC, HealthCorps, NutriBullet University, Green Beetz, the New York  City School Wellness Council, USDA HealthierUS School Challenge, Brita, GENYOUth,  Action for Healthy Kids, and numerous community and corporate partners committed to  improving student health and wellness. 

    Through strategic planning, relationship-building, and grant development, she has helped  schools access tens of thousands of dollars in funding, equipment, educational resources,  and wellness programming that might not otherwise have been available. 

    Her experience allows schools to move beyond limited budgets and create impactful  wellness initiatives that improve student outcomes, support educators’ well-being, and  strengthen school communities.

  • Nutrition education is a central component of many of Indra’s school wellness initiatives.  She develops engaging, practical programs that help students understand how food  supports health, energy, performance, and overall well-being. 

    These programs may include: 

    • interactive nutrition workshops 

    • healthy smoothie and nutrition demonstrations 

    • classroom wellness education 

    • cafeteria wellness initiatives 

    • student-led wellness activities 

    Through hands-on learning experiences, students gain practical skills they can apply in their daily lives. Her approach emphasizes real-world application, prevention, and informed decision-making, helping students develop lifelong healthy habits that support long-term health and wellness.

  • Educators play a critical role in shaping healthy school environments. Indra works with  schools to develop staff wellness programs that support the physical, mental, and  emotional well-being of teachers and staff members while helping create a culture of  health throughout the school community. 

    Healthy employees are more productive, have more energy, are better able to manage  stress, and are more likely to model healthy behaviors for students. By prioritizing  employee wellness, schools can help reduce staff stress, improve morale, support  retention, reduce burnout, and strengthen overall school culture. 

    Programs may include: 

    • movement, fitness, and walking programs for educators 

    • staff wellness challenges and workplace wellness campaigns 

    • stress management, resilience, and self-care workshops 

    • nutrition and healthy lifestyle education 

    • healthy workplace and healthy meeting strategies 

    • staff wellness committee development and leadership support 

    These initiatives help schools create opportunities for staff to move more, eat healthier,  manage stress, and develop sustainable habits that support long-term well-being. 

    Supporting educator wellness helps create healthier school cultures, stronger learning  environments, and more engaged school communities.

  • School wellness programs can transform how students, educators, and communities approach health. Through thoughtful program design, education, and strategic partnerships, Indra helps schools create environments that support lifelong wellness.

    Her goal is to help schools build sustainable wellness programs that improve student health, strengthen school communities, and create healthier futures for the next generation.

  • Evidence-based physical education curriculum design aligned with national and state  standards that promote engaging, developmentally appropriate physical activity and  lifelong wellness habits.

    As a Physical Education and Health Educator, Indra develops sequential, standards-based  curricula that support student learning, physical literacy, health promotion, and lifelong  wellness. Her curriculum development work helped contribute to a nationally recognized  school wellness program that earned multiple National Gold Recognition Awards from the  Alliance for a Healthier Generation.

  • Hands-on nutrition and gardening programs that connect students with real food, healthy living, and where food comes from. 

    Through school gardens, healthy cooking activities, and experiential learning opportunities, students gain practical knowledge about nutrition, food systems, environmental  stewardship, and healthy eating habits. These programs help bring classroom learning to  life while encouraging teamwork, responsibility, and lifelong wellness skills. 

    Students may participate in planting, cultivating, harvesting, preparing, and tasting fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs grown in their own school gardens. Garden-based learning  creates meaningful connections between nutrition education, science, health, and  everyday life while helping schools build healthier and more engaged communities.

  • Programs that increase physical activity, improve fitness, and support lifelong movement  habits. 

    Through innovative movement and fitness initiatives, Indra helps schools create active  environments that encourage students to move throughout the day, develop physical  literacy, and build lifelong healthy habits. Programs may include walking clubs, running  programs, cycling initiatives, strength and conditioning activities, fitness challenges, and  school-wide movement campaigns. 

    Drawing upon her experience developing nationally recognized wellness programs, Indra has helped implement a variety of student fitness opportunities including Spinning® programs, performance-based physical conditioning classes, youth running programs, strength and fitness training, classroom movement strategies, and competitive athletic  initiatives.

    These programs are designed to improve fitness, support student well-being,  enhance engagement, and foster a culture of movement throughout the school community.

  • Programs that engage families, community organizations, and local partners to strengthen health and well-being across the broader school community.

    Initiatives may include family wellness events, health fairs, walking and running programs, community fitness activities, nutrition education, farmers' market partnerships, healthy cooking demonstrations, and connections to local wellness resources. Schools may also receive guidance on promoting access to parks, recreational facilities, bike paths, community programs, and other opportunities that encourage active, healthy lifestyles beyond the school day.

    By building partnerships between schools, families, and community organizations, these initiatives help create healthier environments that support lifelong wellness habits for students and their families.

  • Indra has helped schools secure grants, equipment, educational resources, and wellness programming through partnerships with national organizations, community partners, and corporate sponsors - bringing tens of thousands of dollars in support directly into school communities.

SCHOOL WELLNESS FAQs

  • Indra brings a rare combination of expertise in education, wellness coaching, strength and  conditioning, human behavior, curriculum development, and school wellness leadership. 

    As a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Mayo Clinic Certified Wellness Coach,  Wellness Coordinator, and Physical Education & Health Educator, she combines evidence based wellness strategies with real-world experience implementing successful school  wellness initiatives. 

    Unlike many consultants who focus on a single area of wellness, Indra approaches school  wellness as a comprehensive system that integrates physical activity, nutrition education,  staff wellness, student well-being, behavior change, curriculum development, and school  culture. Her experience designing wellness programs, securing grants and resources, developing curricula, and building sustainable wellness initiatives allows schools to create  healthier environments that support students, educators, and entire communities.

  • Programs are customized to meet the needs of each school and may include student wellness education, physical activity and fitness initiatives, strength and conditioning programs, fitness assessment preparation, nutrition education, school garden programs, healthy cooking activities, and emotional resilience programming.

    Additional services may include staff wellness initiatives, workplace wellness programs, stress management workshops, health promotion strategies, wellness policy development, and school-wide wellness campaigns designed to strengthen school culture and support both students and educators.

    Indra also helps schools develop community wellness initiatives that engage families and community partners. Programs may include partnerships with local sports organizations, wellness professionals, and community groups that introduce students to a variety of sports, physical activities, and lifelong fitness opportunities.

    For schools interested in innovative wellness solutions, Indra can also provide guidance on wellness technology initiatives, including fitness applications, wellness tracking tools, FitnessGram and Presidential Challenge Fitness Test preparation resources, goal-setting programs, and tools that support healthy lifestyle habits for students, staff, and families.

  • Yes. Under Indra’s wellness leadership, Edward A. Reynolds West Side High School earned  multiple national recognitions for excellence in school health and wellness. These honors  included Bronze, Silver, and four National Gold Recognition Awards from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, as well as recognition through Let’s Move! Active Schools and the  HealthierUS School Challenge: Smarter Lunchrooms program. 

    These awards recognized the school's commitment to creating a culture of health through  physical activity, nutrition education, staff wellness, student well-being, and  comprehensive wellness programming. The recognition helped establish the school as one  of the leading models for school wellness in the nation.

Bring Wellness To Your School

Whether your goal is to strengthen student well-being, support staff wellness, develop a comprehensive wellness strategy, secure wellness funding, or build a culture of health throughout your school community, IndraHealth Wellness Consultants would welcome the  opportunity to collaborate with you.

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