School Health Guidelines

CDC integrated research and best practices related to promoting healthy eating and physical activity in schools, culminating in the School Health Guidelines. There are 9 School Health Guidelines that serve as the foundation for developing, implementing, and evaluating school-based healthy eating and physical activity policies and practices for students.

School Health Guidelines At a Glance

Related Guidelines and Resources
cover of Tips for Teachers PDF

Tips for Teacherspdf icon [PDF – 548 KB]
Tips and resources for teachers to promote healthy eating and physical activity in the classroom.

2020–2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americansexternal icon
Science-based recommendations to help people aged 2 years or older implement good dietary habits that can promote health and reduce the risk for major chronic diseases.

Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd editionexternal icon
Science-based recommendations to help people aged 6 years or older improve their health through physical activity.

Healthy People 2030 Topics and Objectivesexternal icon
Science-based, 10-year objectives for improving the health of Americans.

Guidelines e-Learning Course

The purpose of this module is to provide you with in-depth information on the School Health Guidelines to Promote Healthy Eating and Physical Activity. After this module, you will be ready to take initial steps to improve healthy eating and physical activity in your school or district.