School Health Index
A Self-Assessment and Planning Guide
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: School Health Index
Why Use the School Health Index
What the School Health Index Is and Is Not
Chapter 3: The School Health Index Modules
Introduction of the Eight Modules
Module 1: School Health and Safety Policies and Environment
Module 3: Physical Education and Other Physical Activity Programs
Module 5: School Health Services
Module 6: School Counseling, Psychological, and Social Services
Chapter 4: 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 the Self-Assessment Process
Chapter 5: Conclusion
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.
Further
Questions
What topics should be included in health education curricula?
Is there a CDC tool to conduct an analysis of health education curricula?
Links
CDC's Health Education Curriculum Analysis Tool
Characteristics of an Effective Health Education Curriculum
Health, Mental Health and Safety Guidelines for Schools
National Health Education Standards
NCATE Health Education Teacher Preparation Standards
Resources
SHI for Elementary Schools [PDF - 2.5MB]
SHI for Middle and High Schools [PDF - 1.7MB]
Full Course Content [PDF - 750KB]
