scholarly journals Reconsidering Maslow: The Role of the School Health Policy in a Holistic Approach to Child Health and Wellness

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Irvine Belson ◽  
Anastasia Snelling ◽  
Emily Heap
Keyword(s):  
Health Policy ◽  
Child Health ◽  
School Health ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Health And Wellness ◽  
School Health Policy

School Health Policy Implementation: Facilitators and Challenges

2019 ◽  
Vol 36 (5) ◽  
pp. 330-338
Author(s):  
Heide Cygan ◽  
Carly Tribbia ◽  
Jamie Tully
Keyword(s):  
Health Policy ◽  
Public Schools ◽  
Policy Implementation ◽  
Academic Outcomes ◽  
School Health ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
Student Health ◽  
Health And Wellness ◽  
School Health Policy ◽  
Wellness Policies

Schools are uniquely positioned to impact student health and academic outcomes through health and wellness policies. The purpose of this study was to describe factors influencing implementation of school health and wellness policies, specifically those focused on physical activity and nutrition. In-depth, stakeholder interviews were conducted with key informants at eight Chicago Public Schools (K–eighth grade). Data were analyzed using summative content analysis. Two themes were identified, facilitators and challenges to policy implementation. Facilitators included district support and motivation (internal and external). Challenges included limited school nurse availability, breaking tradition and budget. The external community and wellness team composition fell within both themes. Specific strategies are suggested to build upon policy implementation facilitators and overcome challenges. While school nurses play an integral role in student health and wellness, further research is needed to understand school nurse impact on student health and academic outcomes through school health policy.

Influencing School Health Policy: The Role of State School Nurse Consultants

2011 ◽  
Vol 34 (3) ◽  
pp. 108-118 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lisa Broussard ◽  
Holly Howat ◽  
Billy Stokes ◽  
Tanya Street
Keyword(s):  
Health Policy ◽  
School Health ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
State School ◽  
School Health Policy

scholarly journals A systematic review of school health policy measurement tools: implementation determinants and outcomes

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriella M. McLoughlin ◽  
Peg Allen ◽  
Callie Walsh-Bailey ◽  
Ross C. Brownson
Keyword(s):  
Health Policy ◽  
Policy Implementation ◽  
School Health ◽  
School Policy ◽  
Implementation Processes ◽  
Implementation Outcomes ◽  
Policy Measurement ◽  
Measurement Tools ◽  
School Health Policy ◽  
Health Policy Implementation

Abstract Background Governments in some countries or states/provinces mandate school-based policies intended to improve the health and well-being of primary and secondary students and in some cases the health of school staff. Examples include mandating a minimum time spent per week in programmed physical activity, mandating provision of healthy foods and limiting fat content of school meals, and banning tobacco products or use on school campuses. Although school health researchers have studied whether schools, districts, or states/provinces are meeting requirements, it is unclear to what extent implementation processes and determinants are assessed. The purposes of the present systematic review of quantitative measures of school policy implementation were to (1) identify quantitative school health policy measurement tools developed to measure implementation at the school, district, or state/provincial levels; (2) describe the policy implementation outcomes and determinants assessed and identify the trends in measurement; and (3) assess pragmatic and psychometric properties of identified implementation measures to understand their quality and suitability for broader application. Methods Peer-reviewed journal articles published 1995–2020 were included if they (1) had multiple-item quantitative measures of school policy implementation and (2) addressed overall wellness, tobacco, physical activity, nutrition, obesity prevention, or mental health/bullying/social-emotional learning. The final sample comprised 86 measurement tools from 67 peer-review articles. We extracted study characteristics, such as psychometric and pragmatic measure properties, from included articles based on three frameworks: (1) Implementation Outcomes Framework, (2) Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research, and (3) Policy Implementation Determinants Framework. Results Most implementation tools were developed to measure overall wellness policies which combined multiple policy topics (n = 35, 40%) and were in survey form (n = 75, 87%). Fidelity was the most frequently prevalent implementation outcome (n = 70, 81%), followed by adoption (n = 32, 81%). The implementation determinants most assessed were readiness for implementation, including resources (n = 43, 50%), leadership (n = 42, 49%), and policy communication (n = 41, 48%). Overall, measures were low-cost and had easy readability. However, lengthy tools and lack of reported validity/reliability data indicate low transferability. Conclusions Implementation science can contribute to more complete and rigorous assessment of school health policy implementation processes, which can improve implementation strategies and ultimately the intended health benefits. Several high-quality measures of implementation determinants and implementation outcomes can be applied to school health policy implementation assessment. Dissemination and implementation science researchers can also benefit from measurement experiences of school health researchers.

scholarly journals Politics, Pedagogy and Practice in School Health Policy

2011 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 307-314 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolyn Vander Schee ◽  
Michael Gard
Keyword(s):  
Health Policy ◽  
School Health ◽  
School Health Policy

The Smallpox Threat: The School Nurse’s Role

2003 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 260-265 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary E. Martin ◽  
Judy Didion
Keyword(s):  
Policy Development ◽  
School Health ◽  
Health Department ◽  
School Nurse ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Local Health Department ◽  
Local Health ◽  
Traditional Role ◽  
School Health Policy

Today, with the threat of bioterrorism and war, there is a new dimension to the traditional role of the school nurse. The smallpox threat to public health will invoke the school nurse’s role as an educator, liaison, and consultant in the community. This article discusses smallpox, the vaccination process, adverse effects, and postvaccination care. In addition to the role of educator, the school nurse has the role of a liaison between the school and the local health department. The school nurse also plays a vital role in school health policy development and implementation. Being prepared and educated makes our nation less vulnerable to these threats and will assist in keeping our children and communities safe.

scholarly journals Policy Forum: School Health Policy in North Carolina

2008 ◽  
Vol 69 (6) ◽  
pp. 460-460
Author(s):  
Thomas C. Ricketts ◽  
Christine Nielsen
Keyword(s):  
North Carolina ◽  
Health Policy ◽  
School Health ◽  
School Health Policy ◽  
Policy Forum
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