HPE 357 Implementing WSCC by https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1 Kivon Coman en-us 2020-10-14 14:31:10 UTC 2023-02-08 06:58:46 UTC hello@padlet.com Secure & Maintain Administrative Support and Commitment kcoman https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1/wish/828822863 While school and district administrators often lead efforts around adoption and implementation of the WSCC model, school staff and parents may also be in leadership roles that relate to student and staff health and wellness. In these cases, it is important to work toward gaining administrative buy-in and support. Some ideas for building administrative support: Share research with administrators about the relationship between learning and health; be able to articulate how creating a healthy school culture aligns with district and school priorities, and can support broader efforts around improvement planning or accreditation. 

Ways to do this:

  • Adopt a common message in the district and school related to health and wellness.

  •  Invite an administrator to join the district or school WSCC team.

  • When administrators are supportive, continue to strengthen those relationships.

  • Create opportunities to reach beyond the walls of the school.

  •  Invite the superintendent to observe health and wellness in action in the district or school.

Resource: https://www.healthykidslearnmore.com/Healthy-Kids-Learn-More/Educator-Resources/WSCC/Process

]]> 2020-10-14 14:35:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1/wish/828822863 Establish a School Health Council or Team kcoman https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1/wish/828827698 If your school has an active school improvement or school health team or a school health council, then you are close to being ready. The next step is to ensure that these teams understand the benefits for teaching and learning that come out of a connected, healthy, and supportive school environment. These benefits can be educational, physical, and financial. Taking the time to get yourself and your leadership teams organized could be the most important step you take. Getting the support and buy-in of the school leadership is key, but the next step is to make sure that the school staff is also aware of the rationale and approach

What You Can Do
· Convene a meeting with these teams.

· Outline the rationale behind the WSCC model.

o Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child: A Collaborative Approach to Learning and Health (PDF)

· Provide evidence for alignment.

o Making the Case for Educating the Whole Child (PDF)
o Healthier Students Are Better Learners: A Missing Link in School Reforms to Close the Achievement Gap(PDF)
o Health and Academic Achievement (PDF)

·Develop an initial steering committee with school-based personnel from both current school improvement and school health teams. This is the first step in integrating these two groups and sectors.

]]> 2020-10-14 14:36:08 UTC https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1/wish/828827698 Identify a Health Coordinator kcoman https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1/wish/828829508 The WSCC model’s integrated system of supports, which may extend beyond one school department or division, requires passionate leadership, effective communication, and an understanding of the educational system and the social determinants of health. The School Health Coordinator provides direction and oversight, fostering collaboration among local education agency departments, students, families, and the community. The goal of employing a School Health Coordinator is to reduce the duplication of efforts, maximize resources, and ensure that evidence-based programs and interventions are provided to build and sustain a healthy school community.

]]> 2020-10-14 14:36:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1/wish/828829508 Develop a Plan kcoman https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1/wish/828830954 Plan:
  1. Gather and Analyze Data to Determine District/School Priorities
  2. Identify Existing Policies and Guidance that Relate to the WSCC Model
  3. Prioritize Actions and Research Best Practices
  4. Develop a Plan and Identify Opportunities for Integration into Broader District- or School Initiatives
  5. Develop SMART Objectives
  6. Identify sources of data that can be used to measure success.
  7. Identify steps needed to achieve the objective.

]]> 2020-10-14 14:36:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1/wish/828830954 Multiple Strategies Through Multiple Components kcoman https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1/wish/828846131 The Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model is CDC’s framework for addressing health in schools. The model focuses on the student and emphasizes the collaboration between schools, communities, public health, and health care sectors to align resources in support of the whole child. Although not all-inclusive, below are examples of evidence-based strategies and promising practices for using the WSCC framework to promote student health before, during and after school. Downloadable graphics are available below for use in presentations, on websites, and handouts.]]> 2020-10-14 14:40:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1/wish/828846131 Focus on Students kcoman https://padlet.com/kcoman/i0sf3rhip4ssqni1/wish/828848514 Long-term Impact

Implementation of the WSCC model has resulted in:

  • Reduced absenteeism
  • Reduced discipline issues
  •  Improved staff morale
  • Increased staff attendance and engagement
  •  Increased immunization compliance
  • Increased family involvement
  • Better academic outcomes!

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