Academic Achievement and Health Do Healthy Kids Really Learn Better? Presenter Conference Name Date

Key Findings of the Report Health and education are linked Every health risk can affect academic success Interventions can narrow disparities Health interventions can improve learning and health Research Review: School-based Health Interventions and Academic Achievement

Some Surprising Health Risks Drinking 2 or more soda pops per day Fewer than 8 hours of sleep at night Not eating breakfast Feeling unsafe at school Feeling depressed

Healthy Students Learn Better

Every Health Risk Makes a Difference

Race/Ethnicity and Achievement

Socioeconomic Status and Achievement

Key Areas of Health Interventions

Comprehensive Programs Are Better

Relationship of Resources and Reach Fewer resourcesMore resources Universal reachSelective reach

Effective School-based Interventions Handwashing Cognitive/social skills Parent/teacher communication skills Increased physical activity School breakfast programs Chronic disease management School-based health centers

Coordinated School Health Approach Family and community involvement Healthy school environment Health education Physical education Staff wellness Nutrition services Health services Counseling, psychological and social services

Key Ingredients for Success Convene a school health advisory committee and designate school coordinators Conduct an assessment and review data Develop and implement a plan Evaluate results and continuously improve Create policies that support school health Identify sufficient resources to succeed

Schools Can Improve Health Health is important for achievement Low-income students and students of color may benefit most Research shows interventions can affect health and academics The Coordinated School Health approach ties with school improvement goals Learn more at

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