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
- Next steps are to secure approval of the School Health Improvement Plan, implement the recommendations, and monitor progress.
- An annual self-assessment of the school should be conducted.
- Progress and plans should be reported annually to the principal, superintendent, and school board.
Further
Questions
What are keys to success in implementing the SHI?
How can scores be presented to gain administrative buy-in?
Why are annual assessments important?
Links
SHI Stories from the Field [PDF - 1.65MB]
Resources
SHI for Elementary Schools [PDF - 2.5MB]
SHI for Middle and High Schools [PDF - 1.7MB]
Full Course Content [PDF - 750KB]
