Addressing the Challenges
"A coordinated, comprehensive approach to creating health-promoting schools can provide a framework for developing policies and practices to address the health-related issues that interfere with student success." from the Policy Statement on School Health
from the Policy Statement on School Health
Research has demonstrated that the following components positively affect health and academic outcomes:
Health Education
Physical Education
Health Services
Food and Nutrition Services
Counseling, Psychological, and Social Services
A Safe, Supportive, and Healthy School Environment
Staff Wellness
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document last updated 1/27/2009