The MUSC Boeing Center for Children’s Wellness (BCCW) was established in 2010 through the generous support of The Boeing Company and the leadership of Dr. Janice Key. From the beginning, our work has been guided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model, which recognizes the strong connection between health and academic achievement. By helping schools integrate wellness and health promotion strategies into every aspect of their environment, we aim to enhance the well-being of students and staff, while also supporting improved educational outcomes.
Many things have changed since the Boeing Center was established more than 15 years ago. What began in one school district has now expanded to 19 districts across South Carolina. Our focus has evolved from addressing childhood obesity to promoting overall wellness for both students and school staff. In recent years, we have broadened our work to help schools better support students facing additional health challenges, including mental health concerns and chronic conditions such as diabetes.
Through all this growth and change, our mission has remained the same—to improve the health and well-being of children by reaching them where they spend much of their time: in school. Thanks to the commitment of our school partners and the support of our communities, we are making progress toward our vision of a South Carolina where every child is healthy, successful in school, and thriving in life.
The MUSC Boeing Center for Children's Wellness supports schools in the adoption of proven strategies that promote optimal health and well-being for all.
Our vision is a South Carolina where all children are healthy, succeed in school, and thrive in life.
