Neil Hawkins
Neil Hawkins
Students at Adventist Christian Academy in New Port Richey, Fla., took an active role in outreach as they led the school’s third annual community health fair in March. This year’s theme, “Empowering Hope, Embracing Wellness,” guided the day’s focus on whole-person health and community outreach.
Students in grades K–12 engaged in cross-curricular learning, working collaboratively to design and present interactive booths aligned with the principles of CREATION Life. Stations included plant-based cooking demonstrations, creating cards and designing a mailbox for community outreach, exploring brain health and strategies for emotional regulation, and promoting healthy environmental choices within the body and in surroundings.
The school appreciates the support of Robert Henley, director of innovation for Florida Conference Office of Education, for the innovative component of the fair, as well as Neil Hawkins, digital content coordinator for schools, for documenting the event through photo and video.
The school partnered with AdventHealth North Pinellas to provide health screenings and emergency medicine support. The event also featured local wellness vendors, including therapists offering chair massages, food trucks with plant-based options, a children’s activity zone, and speakers addressing both mental and physical health.
The health fair was held at New Port Richey Church, which provided a welcoming space for guests. Adventist Christian Academy is grateful for the partnership and support of Jonathan Peinado, pastor of New Port Richey Church.
The experience gave students the opportunity to reach the community through the CREATION Life model while sharing messages of hope and health. The CREATION Life model is a holistic lifestyle model promoted by AdventHealth that emphasizes good choices, rest, a healthy environment, activity, trust in God, interpersonal relationships, a positive outlook, and healthy nutrition.
Through the continued dedication of students, staff, and community partners, Adventist Christian Academy looks forward to future opportunities to share hope and promote whole-person health in the community.
Florida | June 2026
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