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Changes in School Competitive Food Environments after a Health Promotion Campaign
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Green, Sarah H.; Mallya, Giridhar; Brensinger, Colleen; Tierney, Ann; Glanz, Karen – Journal of School Health, 2018
Background: Schools can reduce student access to competitive foods and influence healthy food choices by improving the school nutrition environment. This study describes changes in competitive nutrition environments in 100 K-8 schools participating in the Philadelphia Campaign for Healthier Schools. Methods: Interviews with school staff were used…
Descriptors: Food, Nutrition, Eating Habits, Elementary Schools
Community-Engaged Approach to the Development and Implementation of a Student-Centered Return to Learn Care Plan after Concussion
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Conrick, Kelsey McGuire; Moore, Megan; Abbotts, Laurel; Widdice, Laura; Hoag, Samara; Kroshus, Emily; Philipson, Erik Bruce; Jinguji, Thomas; Weiner, Bryan Jeffrey; Glang, Ann; Rivara, Frederick Peter; Chrisman, Sara Powell Dow; Dickason, Celeste Quitiquit; Vavilala, Monica Shanta – Journal of School Health, 2020
Background: Current return to learn (RTL) after concussion guidelines lack specificity for individualized student care, limiting potential for adoption and implementation. We used a community-engaged research framework to develop and evaluate the implementation of a student-centered care plan that assists school personnel in facilitating RTL.…
Descriptors: Head Injuries, Brain, Special Needs Students, Student Needs
Evaluation of a Free Milk in Schools Program in New Zealand: Effects on Children's Milk Consumption and Anthropometrics
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Marsh, Samantha; Jiang, Yannan; Carter, Karen; Wall, Clare – Journal of School Health, 2018
Background: While dietary sources of calcium are important for bone health, the intake of milk and milk products decreases as children get older. A free milk in schools program may mitigate this decrease in milk consumption. We evaluated the Fonterra Milk for schools program (a free milk initiative) by determining changes in children's milk…
Descriptors: Food, Foreign Countries, Health Promotion, Nutrition
Implementing a State-Adopted High School Health Curriculum: A Case Study
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Eisman, Andria B.; Kilbourne, Amy M.; Ngo, Quyen; Fridline, Judy; Zimmerman, Marc A.; Greene, Dana, Jr.; Cunningham, Rebecca M. – Journal of School Health, 2020
Background: The Michigan Model for Health™ (MMH) is the official health curriculum for the State of Michigan and prevailing policy and practice has encouraged its adoption. Delivering evidence-based programs such as MMH with fidelity is essential to program effectiveness. Yet, most schools do meet state-designated fidelity requirements for…
Descriptors: Case Studies, High School Students, Health Education, Evidence Based Practice
Behaviors and Knowledge of Healthcorps New York City High School Students: Nutrition, Mental Health, and Physical Activity
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Heo, Moonseong; Irvin, Erica; Ostrovsky, Natania; Isasi, Carmen; Blank, Arthur E.; Lounsbury, David W.; Fredericks, Lynn; Yom, Tiana; Ginsberg, Mindy; Hayes, Shawn; Wylie-Rosett, Judith – Journal of School Health, 2016
Background: HealthCorps provides school wellness programming using curricula to promote changes in nutrition, mental health, and physical activity behaviors. The research objective was to evaluate effects of implementing its curricula on nutrition, mental health, and physical activity knowledge and behavior. Methods: Pre- and postsurvey data were…
Descriptors: Health Behavior, Knowledge Level, Eating Habits, Gender Differences
Implementation of Low-Fat, Low-Sugar, and Portion-Controlled Nutrition Guidelines in Competitive Food Venues of Maine Public High Schools
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Whatley Blum, Janet E.; Davee, Anne-Marie; Devore, Rachel L.; Beaudoin, Christina M.; Jenkins, Paul L.; Kaley, Lori A.; Wigand, Debra A. – Journal of School Health, 2007
Background: The prevalence of childhood "overweight" and "at risk for overweight" has become a major public health concern. School food environments can affect key nutritional risk factors, especially in high schools where foods of poor nutrient value are pervasive in a la carte and vending programs. This study examines a la…
Descriptors: Food Service, Public Schools, High Schools, Nutrition
Evaluation of Sex Education Curricula: Measuring Up to the SIECUS Guidelines.
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Klein, Nicole Aydt; And Others – Journal of School Health, 1994
Reports a content analysis of sexuality education curricula (nine nationally available curricula and one curriculum guide) for junior and senior high school students. The basis for analysis was the Sex Information Education Council of the U.S.'s Guidelines for Comprehensive Sexuality Education. Results found only six of the curricula acceptable.…
Descriptors: Content Analysis, Curriculum Evaluation, Educational Quality, Guidelines