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Measuring the Implementation of a School Wellness Policy.
Anastasia Snelling1, Sarah Irvine Belson2, Erin Watts1
1Department of Health Studies, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20016.
A new model evaluates school health policy implementation. While nutrition policies are well-adopted, physical education requires more resources, with differences noted between public charter and traditional schools.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Policy
- Childhood Obesity Research
Background:
- Rising childhood obesity rates necessitate school policies for nutrition and physical activity.
- Existing state legislation for school health policies requires evaluation at the school level.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a model for evaluating the implementation of state legislation for school health policies at the school level.
- To develop a composite score to measure compliance with specific school health laws.
Main Methods:
- Utilized Washington, DC's Healthy Schools Act (HSA) as a case study.
- Employed a self-report measure to assess the implementation of HSA provisions.
- Calculated composite scores for elementary and middle schools based on HSA provisions.
Main Results:
- Schools show success in implementing nutrition-related provisions.
- Additional resources are needed for schools to meet mandated health and physical education minutes.
- Statistically significant differences in HSA provision implementation were observed between public charter and traditional public schools.
Conclusions:
- Assessing school compliance with wellness policies is crucial for identifying areas needing additional resources and support.
- Effective implementation of school wellness policies can support widespread adoption of healthy practices in schools.
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