CHAPTERS
- Introduction
- About the School Health Index
- School Health Index Modules
Module 1: School Health and Safety Policies and Environment
Module 3: Physical Education and Other Physical Activity Programs
Module 4: Nutrition Environment and Services
Module 5: School Health Services
Module 6: School Counseling, Psychological, and Social Services
Module 7: Social and Emotional Climate
Module 8: Physical Environment
- Using the School Health Index
Implementing the School Health Index
Step 1: Assemble the School Health Index Team
Step 2: Conduct School Health Index Introduction Meeting
Step 3: Complete Self-Assessment Process
- Conclusion
Module 2: Health Education
Video Transcript [PDF - 48 KB]
Video Summary
- Health education provides students with opportunities to acquire useful knowledge, attitudes, and skills.
- Health education programs should address the National Health Education Standards and incorporate the characteristics of an effective health education curriculum.
- Qualified, trained teachers should teach health education.
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Questions
What topics should be included in health education curricula?
Is there a CDC tool to conduct an analysis of health education curricula?
Resources
CDC Characteristics of an Effective Health Education Curriculum
CDC Health Education Curriculum Analysis Tool
