Starting in ourÊ 2006-2007 school year, every school district
in
We need your help in
documenting all the GREAT things WHSD already does for students & staff in
the area of wellness.Ê PDE will audit our
wellness policy/activities and we need your support.Ê
Using the attached form, we
are asking that you record each activity you do in your classroom that will
support our mission statement.Ê These
forms will be available through each school nurse and placed in a binder in the
nursesâ offices.
THANKS FOR YOUR COOPERATION!
WHSD COORDINATED SCHOOL HEALTH COUNCIL
To empower, promote and
support students, families and communities
toward a healthy
lifestyle through:
1. Lifelong Physical
Activity
2. Nutrition and
Health Education to teach Healthy Choices
3. Creation of
Healthy environments in Home, School and Community
4. Enhancing Self-Esteem
to Achieve Personal Best
http://www.learntobehealthy.org/Ê Learn
to be Healthy. Site provides interactive student health science
activities and teacher lesson plans for FREE that
includes: lesson plans, student games, teacher-led activities and Web quests.
The Web-based kits meet National Health Standards.
http://www.cdc.gov/powerfulbones/ Powerful Bones. Link for girl's sites to see how to build powerful bones. Physical activities and recipes for yummy foods with calcium. Interactive skeleton and games.
http://www.actionforhealthykids.org/resources.phpÊ Healthy Kids Organization.Ê Help improve children's nutritionÊÊÊ and physical activity by joining your Action for Healthy Kids Teams. Resources, events, news included. Spring conference April 30, 2007.
http://www.keystoneactivezone.org/ PERK Physical Education Recreation Kit----Active Living for a Lifetime. Provides educators and recreation providers with the how to, where to and who to work for teaching lifetime recreation skills to children and youth.
http://www.k12station.com/Ê FREE libraryÊ K-12 Station features over 20,000 web-basedÊÊÊÊÊÊÊ resources for K-12 students, teachers and families. Just click on a grade level and topic to view dozens of tutorials, games, movies, simulations, primary source documents, and more!
http://panaonline.org/index.phpÊ PANA (
www.poweredbychoice.org ÊNRG - POWERED BY CHOICE. This campaign empowers youth aged 12-18 to lead changes that support a balance of healthy eating and active lifestyle choices in schools and communities. Teachers and community youth advisors are encouraged to get a head start by visiting the campaign's website in advance and signing up as a NRG advisor by January 12th - just click on the For Advisors button. All advisors will receive NRG Promotion Packs (posters, "OBX style" magnets, etc.) in the mail, access to training & technical assistance, and details on the campaign's official kick-off via a satellite broadcast on March 6th,Ê Êduring which mini-grant applications will be released.
Êhttp://www.innerlinkit.com/index.php InnerLink - My Wellness Projects InnerLink introduces a unique suite of interactive products that help create a healthier and safer world. Visit the website to see the full menu of wellness education products available for use in middle and high schools ö Great ideas, fees may be required
http://www.educationworld.com/a_lesson/lesson/lesson034.shtmlÊ The Great American Smoke out is a great time to get out the message:
Smoking kills! Included: A "pack" of activities to drive home the
anti-smoking message and a "carton" of anti-smoking Internet sites to
visit!
http://wecan.nhlbi.nih.govÊÊÊ We
Can! (Ways to Enhance Childrenâs Activity & Nutrition) Public
education program designed to help children 8-13 stay healthy; in collaboration
with four of the National Institutes of Health. Check out the site·.We Can·.make
a difference!
http://www.panaonline.org/programs/khz/wecan_programs.php
Site describes 1) Media Smart Youth (focus on helping young people ages 11 to 13 understand the connections between media and health).
2) CATCH. The Child and Adolescent Trial for Cardiovascular Health (CATCH) was a NHLBI-funded study to create a school health education curriculum designed to motivate heart healthy behavior in children in grades K-5. CATCH Kids Club, based on the successful in-school program, is a physical activity and nutrition education program for elementary school-aged children (grades K-5) in after school and summer care settings. Both the original school-based CATCH and CATCH Kids Club use a coordinated approach to helping children adopt healthy dietary and physical activity behaviors by positively changing the health environments of recreation programs, schools, and homes.
3) SMART. Student Media Awareness to Reduce Television (S.M.A.R.T.) is a 3rd to 4th grade classroom curriculum designed to motivate children to reduce their television watching and video game usage.
http://www.thefoodtrust.org/php/programs/index.phpÊ Food Trust Markets. School and community based programs and initiatives designed to increase access to affordable, nutritious food, improve health through better nutrition, support local farms and sustain the environment.
http://www.healthfinder.gov/library/nho/nho.aspÊ 2006 Health Observances, promoting particular health concerns and focusing on awareness and prevention.
http://www.eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/Home.portalÊ ERIC provides free access to more than 1.2 million bibliographic records of journal articles and other education-related materials and, if available, includes links to full text. ERIC is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences (IES).
Wayne Highlands Wellness
Policy
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1. Purpose |
Wayne Highlands School District recognizes that student wellness and proper nutrition are related to studentsâ physical well-being, growth, development, and readiness to learn. The Board is committed to providing a school environment that promotes student wellness, proper nutrition, nutrition education, and regular physical activity as part of the total learning experience. In a healthy school environment, students will learn about and participate in positive dietary and lifestyle practices that can improve student achievement. |
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2. Authority P.L. 108-265 Sec. 204
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To ensure the health and well-being of all students, the Board establishes that the district shall provide to students: A comprehensive nutrition program consistent with federal and state requirements. Physical education courses and opportunities for developmentally appropriate physical activity during the school day. Curriculum and programs for grades K-12 that are designed to educate students about proper nutrition and lifelong physical activity, in accordance with State Board of Education curriculum regulations and academic standards.
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3. Delegation of Responsibility Pol. 808 P.L. 108-265 Sec. 204
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The Superintendent or designee shall be responsible to monitor district schools, programs, and curriculum to ensure compliance with this policy, related policies and established guidelines or administrative regulations. Each building principal or designee shall report to the Superintendent or designee regarding compliance in his/her school. Staff members responsible for programs related to student wellness shall report to the Superintendent or designee regarding the status of such programs. The Superintendent or designee shall annually report to the Board on the districtâs compliance with laws and policies related to student wellness. The report may include: Assessment of school environment regarding student wellness issues. Evaluation of food services program. Review of all foods and beverages sold in schools for compliance with established nutrition guidelines. Listing of activities and programs conducted to promote nutrition and physical activity. Recommendations for policy and/or program revisions. Suggestions for improvement in specific areas. Feedback received from district staff, students, parents/guardians, community members and the Wellness Committee.
An assurance that district guidelines for reimbursable meals are not less restrictive than regulations and guidelines issued for schools in accordance with federal law shall be provided annually by the Food Service Director. |
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4. Guidelines |
Wellness Committee (also known as Coordinated School Health Council) The Board shall appoint a Wellness Committee comprised of at least one (1) of each of the following: School Board member, district administrator, district food service representative, student, parent/guardian, member of the public and may also include the following: teacher school nurse health professional representative of local or county agency representative of community organization other individuals chosen by the Board. The Wellness Committee shall serve as an advisory committee regarding student health issues and shall be responsible for developing a Comprehensive Student Wellness Policy that complies with law to recommend to the Board for adoption.
The Wellness Committee may examine related research and laws, assess student needs and the current school environment, review existing Board policies and administrative regulations, and raise awareness about student health issues. The Welln
The Wellness Committee may survey faculty/staff/ parents/guardians and/or students; conduct community forums or focus groups; collaborate with appropriate community agencies and organizations; and engage in similar activities, within the budget established for these purposes.
The Wellness Committee shall provide periodic reports to the Superintendent or designee regarding the status of its work, as required.
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Nutrition Education |
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The goal of nutrition education is to teach, encourage and support healthy eating by students. Promoting student health and nutrition enhances readiness for learning and increases student achievement.
Nutrition education will be provided within the sequential, comprehensive health education program in accordance with State Board of Education curriculum regulations and the academic standards for Health, Safety and Physical Education, and Family and Consumer Sciences.
Nutrition education shall provide all students with the knowledge and skills needed to lead healthy lives.
Lifelong lifestyle balance shall be reinforced by linking nutrition education and physical activity.
District staff shall cooperate with agencies and community organizations to provide opportunities for appropriate student projects related to nutrition.
Consistent nutrition messages shall be disseminated throughout the district, schools, classrooms, cafeterias, homes, community and media.
Nutrition education shall extend beyond the school environment by engaging and involving families and communities. |
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Physical Activity |
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District schools shall strive to provide opportunities for developmentally appropriate physical activity during the school day for all students.
District schools shall determine how they will contribute to the effort to provide students opportunities to accumulate at least sixty (60) minutes of age-appropriate physical activity on all or most days of the week. That time will include physical activity during the school day as well as outside the school environment.
In addition to the planned physical education curriculum, other age appropriate physical activity opportunities that meet the needs and interests of all students shall be encouraged. Activities could take place during recess, club periods, lunch, classes, intramurals and/or interscholastic athletics.
A physical and social environment that encourages safe and enjoyable activity for all students shall be maintained.
District schools shall partner with parents/guardians and community members to institute programs that support physical activity.
Students and the community shall have access to physical activity facilities outside school hours, subject to the Districtâs ãUse of Facilitiesä policy. |
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Physical Education |
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Quality Physical education classes shall be the course of study that focuses on assessing and providing students the skills, knowledge and confidence to participate in lifelong, health-enhancing physical activity consistent with the State Board of Education.
A sequential physical education program consistent with State Board of Education curriculum regulations and Health, Safety and Physical Education academic standards shall be developed and implemented. Documented medical conditions and disabilities shall be accommodated during physical education classes.
Safe and adequate equipment, facilities and resources shall be provided for physical education courses.
Physical education shall be taught by certified health and physical education teachers. Appropriate professional development shall be provided for physical education staff.
Physical education classes shall have a teacher-student ratio comparable to those of other courses. |
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Other School Based Activities |
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District schools shall provide adequate space, as defined by the district, for eating and serving school meals.
Students shall be provided a clean and safe meal environment.
Students shall be provided adequate time to eat: ten (10) minutes sit down time for breakfast; fifteen (15) minutes sit down time for lunch.
Meal periods shall be scheduled at appropriate hours, as defined by the district and the regulations of the National School Lunch and Breakfast Program.
Drinking water shall be available at all meal periods and throughout the school day. Students shall have access to hand washing or sanitizing before meals and snacks.
Nutrition professionals who meet criteria established by the district shall administer the school meals program.
Professional development shall be provided for district nutrition staff.
Nutrition content of school meals shall be available to students and parents/ guardians.
To the extent possible, the district shall utilize available funding and outside programs to enhance student wellness. |
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The district shall inform all staff on the components of the Comprehensive Student Wellness Policy.
Goals of the Comprehensive Student Wellness Policy shall be considered in planning all school based activities.
The district shall support the efforts of parents/guardians to provide a healthy diet and daily physical activity for children by communicating relevant information through various methods. |
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Nutrition Guidelines |
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Most foods offered to students during the school day shall promote student health and aid in the reduction of childhood obesity.
Foods provided through the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs shall comply with federal nutrition standards under the School Meals Initiative.
Competitive foods are defined as foods offered at school other than through the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs. These include a la carte foods, snacks and beverages; vending food, snacks and beverages; fundraisers; classroom parties; holiday celebrations.
All competitive foods available to students in district schools shall comply with the Nutritional Standards for Competitive Foods in Pennsylvania Schools. This will be phased in during a five year plan. |
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Safe Routes To School |
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The district shall cooperate with local municipalities, public safety agency, police departments, and community organizations to develop and maintain safe routes to school.
District administrators shall seek and utilize available federal and state funding for safe routes to school, when appropriate. |
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References: |
Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act of 2004 ö P.L. 108-265 Sec. 204 |