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

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