Name of Presentation The Role of the School Nurse in School Wellness Policies and Practices.

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The Role of the School Nurse in School Wellness

Policies and Practices


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• The Basics of Local Wellness Policies (LWP)

• How School Nurses can help implement LWP

• What is Fuel Up to Play 60?

• School Nurse Success Story

• Questions/Answers


Local Wellness Policies

Amy MoyerDirector of Field OperationsAction for Healthy Kids

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Who is Action for Healthy Kids?

Action for Healthy Kids® (AFHK) fights childhood obesity, undernourishment and physical inactivity by helping schools become healthier places so kids can live healthier lives.


Our goal is to create school communities where children learn how to make healthy choices from the minute they walk in the front door to the minute they leave at the end of the school day.

Who is Action for Healthy Kids?


What is a policy?

An official statement that addresses the needs of a school system, school or classroom

Based on values, convictions and beliefs

Can play a major role in changing school culture


School Wellness Policies

The 2004 Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act required districts to have a wellness policy that includes:Nutrition guidelines for foods served on school campus Goals for nutrition education, physical

activity and other school-based activities A plan for measuring implementation


Wellness policies must be developed and implemented by “local parents, teachers, administrators, school food service, school boards and the public.”




Required reporting on policy content and implementation

Required periodic assessments Goals for nutrition promotion

The 2010 Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act added:

Learn more about the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act and local wellness policies at: www.fns.usda.gov/tn/healthy/lwp5yrplan.pdf


Action Steps

Read your district policy and any school policies or guidelines.

Pay attention to policy language.


Action Steps

Use the policy or school guidelines as a platform for your wellness projects.


Meeting Wellness Policy Goals

Nutrition Education and PromotionHealthy food tastingsHealth fairsSchool gardensEducational signageStaff nutrition



Nutrition GuidelinesSalad barsFresh fruits and veggies at lunchLimitations on unhealthy options for a la carte, stories or concessionsHealthy snacks and celebrations guidelines



Physical activity breaks in the classroom Schoolyard or playground improvements

Physical Activity/Education Quality PE Classes led by

certified PE Teacher Walking school buses Active recess Before or after-school sports

or exercise clubs



Health PromotionRecess before lunchFamily health nightsHealthy rewards TV-turnoff week Healthy fundraisers


Action Steps

Promote the policy and your school’s wellness practices.


Join your District Wellness Committee or School Health Advisory Council (SHAC).

Join or start a wellness team at your school and create wellness guidelines specific to your school practices.

Strengthening Your District Policy


Integrate your wellness policy into your school accountability system and school improvement plan.

Strengthening Your District Policy

Name of PresentationTitle of Presentation

Shirley Schantz, EdD, RN, ARNP [email protected]

National Association of School Nurseswww.nasn.org

NASN - School Wellness Policies http://www.nasn.org/Default.aspx?tabid=318

The Role of the School Nurse in School Wellness Policies and

Practices


School wellness committees are a venue to highlight and promote the need for school health and the relationship of health and academics.

School Nurse Role in School Health Advisory Council

Interpret the role of school health services and school nursing

Collaborate with other disciplines – [ Coordinated school health model ]

Identify community resources for students and families (Sheetz, 2011)


As a Leader or Participant

Identifier of incidence of diet-related chronic disease and indications for prevention and treatment – High blood pressure; Bullying; Acanthosis

nigricans; Type 2 diabetes; Exercise induced asthma; Allergies

Advisor/consultant on school health committees; advise on the necessity of good nutrition for learning and brain function – School health expert

Advocate for healthy, nutritious food and beverage choices to be made available in all school vending machines, school stores, snack bars, and any area in school where food is sold


Active participant or team leader in wellness policy implementation and evaluation

Health/nutrition educator for students, staff, parents and community

Liaison with school and community as well as student And family involvement

Implementer and manager of wellness policy and school based programs



Advocate for school and community facilities for physical activities for all

Provider of health referrals as appropriate and as needed

Provider of support and follow up as needed


Student Involvement


The Coordinated School Health model serves as an excellent template on which to strengthen wellness concepts already in place. The eight components assist schools to include all of the support services provided for students and staff.

The Coordinated School Health Model


The Coordinated School Health Model

Health Education

Physical Education

Healthy & Safe School Health Services

Nutrition Services

Counseling, Psychological, Social Services

Health Promotion for Staff

Family/Community Involvement


Identify Outcomes

Research based outcomes of the Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act of 2004 are being identified, school nurses can consider positive outcomes for the health of students.

Current research indicates the diet of the average student is less than ideal.


Role of the School Nurse

School nursing is a specialized practice of professional nursing that advances the well-being, academic success and lifelong achievement and

health of students.

98% (52 million) children spend their days in school75.1% of schools have a school nurse


Overweight and Obesity in Schools

-The Role of the School Nurse (PS)

It is the position of the NASN that school nurses have the knowledge and expertise to promote the prevention of overweight and obesity and address the needs of overweight and obese youth in schools.

The school nurse collaborates with students, families, school personnel, and health care providers to promote healthy weight and identify overweight and obese youth who may be at risk for health problems


http://www.nasn.org/Portals/0/positions/2011psoverweight.pdf

The school nurse refers and follows up with students who may need to see a health care provider. The school nurse educates and advocates for changes in the school and district that promote a healthy lifestyle for all students.

Overweight and Obesity in Schools

-The Role of the School Nurse (PS)


School Nurses’ Role in Overweight and Obesity in

children

1. Capacity to reach large number of youth from diverse groups

2. Provide education and resources and promote a culture of health in schools

3. Promote and advocate for healthy lifestyles for all students

4. Identify resources/tools and referrals for children and parents/guardians

5. Promote policies that increase access to healthful foods and daily physical activity

Call to Action


School Nurses have promoted and participated in:

Walking paths around schools Fruit first in cafeteria line Fruit in slices More nutritious breakfasts Breakfast / classroom Before during and after school walking programs Promoting water

Nutrition ed in classroom Color days for fruits and vegetables Wellness policy leaders Changes in vending machine options Pedometers Playgrounds & gyms open non school hours Biggest loser personnel Vegetable gardens


The Case For School Nursing

http://www.nasn.org/Home/CaseForSchoolNursing

Advocacy, Access and Achievement: Making the Connection


Every parent, student and teacherdeserves a

School Nurse


References

Sheetz, A.H. (2011). Why Is a School Health (Wellness) Advisory Council Important for School Nursing Practice? NASN School Nurse, 26(5), 280-282.

Kelly, M. & Schantz, S. (2011). School Nurses Can Make a Difference With We Can! NASN School Nurse, 26(2), 89-90.


Get Active, Eat Healthy, Make a Difference

Nancy Sandbach, VP, National Dairy Council


Students are motivated to make better food choices – such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains and dairy – and be more physically active before, during and after school.

Schools have increased access to nutrient-rich foods and sustained opportunities for physical activity

Continually improve school environments, with school stakeholders supportive of nutrient-rich foods and physical activity

73,000 Schools


65% of educators say Fuel Up to Play 60 helps them achieve their school wellness goals.

70% of educators say Fuel Up to Play 60 is helping students make healthier food choices.

62% of educators say Fuel Up to Play 60 is helping increase the amount of time students are physically active at school.


We Need You!

Be a Program Advisor!

FuelUpToPlay60.com


Kathy Beezley RN, Program AdvisorRogers Middle SchoolAffton School DistrictSt. Louis, MO


Rogers Middle School Spring 2010-present


Affton School District, 2500 students St. Louis suburb, borders St. Louis City Rogers Middle School (6-8 grade ) 575 students 45 % free and reduced lunch 20% do not use English as their primary language at home


Find a support team. I was very lucky in that Mr. Remelius, our principal, is very interested in health and wellness. I also have a wonderful secretarial staff who have been supportive and understanding.


RMS Wii Fit Club40-50 students once a weekWiis are also used at lunch, as incentives, at summer camp


Grab-n-Go BreakfastStudents travel to cafeteria and lobby between periods (8:30) to purchase breakfast.


Grab-n-Go BreakfastTwo stations are set up each morning by our nutrition service. (contract by school district).


Trivia TuesdaysStudents are asked a nutrition question during announcements and get a chance to answer during lunch. Those students who answer correctly have a chance to win a prize. Ambassadors take care of passing out and picking up answer sheets.


Fitness Fridays!

Every Friday we spend at least one minute – or 3!!

Exercising or dancing to a song (chosen by the Unit) during Homeroom.


You’ll Love YogaPart of the funding provided by FUTP 60 was used to start a yoga class for students who were interested. Yoga is used to help build strength, flexibility and confidence. Correct breathing can help to decrease stress (THEY LOVED IT!!!).


Taste Testing at RMSAmbassadors help with handing out cheese samples for taste testing. We also tasted fresh veggies with low fat dip, frozen yogurt and fresh fruit.


“Build Your Own Shake Up” at RMS

We received funding for Dietitians from St. Louis University to come and teach all 8th grade students how to make healthy after school snacks emphasizing the importance of dairy.


Back to Football FridayBeing part of the Fuel Up to Play 60 team affords opportunities to network and “keeps me in the loop.” Fuel Up to Play 60 also provides information on other grants that may be available.


Association with other Wellness ProgramsFuel Up to Play 60 also provides an opportunity for me to connect with other wellness initiatives, such as Play 60, Action for Healthy Kids and American Heart Association.


Networking with the RamsWe won the Back to Football Friday celebration 2011 which is sponsored by the NFL and Play 60. Winning $10,000 helped us build a walking path for students and the community. Learning about this grant opportunity came from reading my “dashboard” and emails.


From Farm to School – Farmer Rich & Farmer PaulFarmer Paul visited our 6th graders to explain where foods come from. In the spring we were able to plant our own garden. Farmer Rich plowed our “field” and tilled the soil after the compost was delivered.


Students Enjoy Working OutsideTwo of our Student Ambassadors help Farmer Rich move the compost.


RMS GardenStudents and staff alike enjoyed the garden. We are working to make improvements for next year and have plans to start a “garden club” for 2012-13.


You Get to Meet Cool People!La’Roi Glover came to visit when Courtney presented me with the “Missouri Program Advisor of the Year” award!!!


This year I had the opportunity to speak to EVERY student about Fuel Up to Play 60. They all took the pledge to be healthy and play 60 minutes per day.

Students Taking the Fuel up to Play 60 Pledge


National Touchdown Dance Challenge WinnersTwo of our Student Ambassadors came to school over the summer to participate in the Touchdown Dance challenge and WE WON!!!!!!! An NFL player will visit us soon, YEA!!!


Affton Days ParadeSo many students turned out to walk in the parade because we were

promoting Fuel Up to Play. Also, let’s be real…because it’s fun!!!!!


www.FuelUpToPlay60.comClick “I’m an Educator” – to get to homepage


Fuel Up to Play 60 Help Desk1-800-752-4337

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