Timeline: Implementation of the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) Model by COLBY HESTER

Secure and maintain administrative support and commitment

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Strong leadership is essential for success. Administrators must be engaged in aligning WSCC with the district’s mission and supporting policies, budget decisions, and staff collaboration.

Establish a School Health Council or Team

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This team brings together key stakeholders (teachers, students, nurses, counselors, parents, and community members) to guide WSCC planning and monitor progress.

Identify a School Health Coordinator

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The coordinator acts as the point person for WSCC, ensuring implementation fidelity, communication, and accountability.

Develop a Plan

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Use community health data, school wellness assessments, and your WSCC council to create a strategic plan tailored to student needs.

Implement Multiple Strategies Through Multiple Components

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Deliver programs that integrate at least 3–5 WSCC components (e.g., physical education, nutrition services, counseling, and employee wellness).

Focus on Students

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Ensure student voice and needs are central. Involve students in peer leadership, mental health programs, or surveys.

Address Priority Health-Enhancing and Health-Risk Behaviors

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Target key CDC risk behavior categories (physical inactivity, poor diet, substance use, etc.) through school-wide interventions.

Provide Professional Development for Staff

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Train educators and staff on WSCC principles, SEL strategies, mental health first aid, and inclusive PE practices.