SHAC Meeting Agenda Topics - Texas



SHAC Meeting Agenda TopicsThe School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) has the opportunity to influence and educate its members, school leadership, and the district school board about the coordinated school health concept, related information and resources, compliance with required statutes, school profiles, current trends, infrastructure support, and others. In addition to the regular business conducted at SHAC meetings, there is benefit for members to learn about topics of interest, engage in relevant discussions, and coordinate initiatives that impact the operation of the SHAC. This document lists topics for meetings that you may want to consider. Links are provided for access to resources. Additional information can be found on the DSHS School Health Program website at Meeting TopicsFood allergiesBullying/cyberbullyingParent involvement/parent workshops Health TEKSAvailable grantsVision screenings and eye healthHearing screenings and healthSpinal screenings Bus idlingRecess 1) as physical activity, 2) before lunchDenial of recess as punishmentConnecting with administratorsAlcohol, tobacco and other drugsDrugs, alcohol, and tobacco and effects on the adolescent mindSubstance Abuse Prescription drugsSexuality education and curriculumDating violenceDiabetesHead lice HYPERLINK "" Breakfast in the classroomMental Health/CounselingIntegrated Pest ManagementThe positive effects dual language programs have on standardized test score (STAAR)Whole Child Initiative Whole School, Whole Community, Whole ChildHPVEnergy DrinksSocial media ObesityFarm to school program/school gardensYouth Risk Behavior SurveySuicide preventionInjury preventionSun safetyWater safetyATT’s The Last Text (It can wait)PTANutrition Eating disordersSexual abuseSexual assault Bicycle safetyCar seat safetyPlayground safetyPAPAs curriculumGallup Student PollDenial of recess in favor of academics or tutoringWeather policyLater school start times for students in High SchoolIdentification of new community partnersE-cigarettes and vapingSchool ConnectednessParent EngagementDevelopmental AssetsReportsFood servicesHealth servicesMental health services (counseling)Physical education Fitnessgram?Coordinated School Health CurriculumCampus plansChecklist for healthy school environmentsLegislative updatesSHAC Annual Report to School BoardSpecial education topicsProjectsTransition/disability awareness fairsEmployee health fair/public health fairFood driveJump Rope for Heart5k fun runField DayWeekend backpack food programWalk Across Texas5-2-1-0 Healthy Habits ProgramCommunity gardenHealthy recipe contestCommunity surveysImmunization clinicsExercise classesBike trainsWalking school busSafe routes to school OrganizationalOrientation/purpose of the SHACDevelopment of bylawsConducting a needs assessmentWhat is Coordinated School Health?SHAC Self-AssessmentDevelopment of a work planSchool Health Initiative Screening Tool Yearly meetings scheduleHealthy fundraisersWellness policiesTexas School Health Advisory Committee TopicsThe following TSHAC Research and Recommendation documents can be accessed at: to Students in School Districts that Prohibit Physical Activity as PunishmentHealth Education for all Texas Students, Kindergarten through 12th Grade and ResolutionOffering Physical Activity Outside of the School DayPhysical EducationRecess and Physical Activity: Impact on Student Health and Academic, Social and Emotional Development and ResolutionSchool Bus and Automobile IdlingStudent consumption of regular and diet sodas in high schoolsThe following TSHAC Tools and Resources can be accessed at: Prevention ToolkitChildhood Obesity Prevention ResolutionCoordinated School Health Data SetsRecommended School Health Services Staff RolesResolution Supporting Inclusive Practices for Students with Exceptionalities in Public SchoolsResources for Students and Families Dealing with Economic CrisisSHAC Annual Progress Report to the Board of Trustees (Power Point)SHAC Self-AssessmentSchool Health Initiative Screening ToolReducing Sodium Intake in the School Setting – Partnership documentMental Health Resources for Educators and Schools ................
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