Healthy Schools - Elementary

How to get started

Consult with key stakeholders at your school to discuss Healthy Schools and determine if the timing is right.

Identify your champion. This consistent, committed person will provide leadership to your Healthy Schools initiative.

Call York Region Health Connection at 1-800-361-5653 to link with a School Program Public Health Nurse. The nurse will guide your champion and school through the steps of the Healthy Schools process by providing valuable tips, ideas and resources.

Steps to a Healthier School include:

Step 1:  Form a Healthy Schools committee

Form a committee made up of parents, students and teachers. It may be part of an existing committee. Meet regularly to walk through the steps to a healthier school.

Step 2:  Survey your school to identify strengths and needs

Based on your findings, you may decide to take on a topic such as handwashing, nutrition, physical activity or bullying.

Step 3:  Develop and carry out an action plan

Use a comprehensive approach.

Step 4:  Evaluate and celebrate achievements

Review, evaluate and celebrate your Healthy Schools activities.

The Healthy Schools Toolkit Handbook will walk you through each step to becoming a healthier school.

Check out these Healthy Schools resources for more information

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