School Challenge

Join the Healthier 901 MSCS School Challenge!

Healthier 901, powered by Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, is a three-year initiative challenging the Mid-South to lose one million pounds to improve health and reduce the risk for serious illnesses like heart disease and cancer.

In 2023, Memphis was ranked the second most overweight city in the nation. Together, we can change this devastating distinction. But it’s more than just weight. The challenge is not just numbers on a scale. We want to help everyone live a healthier, more active life.

As anchor institutions, our schools have long played a vital role in preparing the next generation for success and being a source of pride in their communities.

By joining the Healthier 901 School Challenge and working side by side with us, you can help us improve lives in our communities.

Encourage your teachers, staff, parents, and neighbors to join Healthier 901. They can join in one of two ways:

  • Download the Healthier 901 app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Follow the prompts on the app to register.
  • After registering for Healthier 901, individuals can join Challenges.
    • To access challenges on the app, click “Challenges” at the bottom of the app (the third icon), then at the top menu, click “Challenges.” Find your school name, Click “View” then “Join.”
    • On the web version of Healthier 901, users can click Challenges on the left-hand menu. Find your school name, then click “enroll.”

Prizes will be awarded to the first schools to reach certain milestones. The first school to reach 100% participation in their challenge will receive a special prize. More milestone prizes will be announced for reaching progressively aggressive milestones throughout the challenge.

Look for who’s leading the pack and more information on events, recipes, movement trackers, and much more throughout the challenge.

How to Create a Group on Desktop:

  • Log in with your username/email address and password
  • On the right bar, select community, then group
  • Click create group in the top right corner
  • Name your group and create your privacy options, then click create group
  • Once your group is saved under the your groups tab, click the name highlighted in blue and select invite members on the right side of the page to send an invitation to your friends, families or coworkers

Note: Once a group is created, it cannot be deleted. Users can join multiple groups.

How to Create a Challenge on Desktop:

  • Log in with your username/email address and password
  • On the right bar, select challenges
  • Select choose a challenge in the top right corner
  • From this page, participants can choose a recommended, predefined challenge from the main menu of options. You can also make a custom challenge.
  • Once you select your challenge and dates, you’ll be able to invite friends to participate by selecting invite.