Environment and Policies
Utah State Board of Education Health and Wellness Policy
The Utah State Board of Education developed a Health and Wellness Policy model for local education agencies. This policy outlines the model approach to ensuring environments and opportunities for all students to practice lifelong healthy habits that promote physical, mental, and social health.
Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program (CSPAP)
A Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program (CSPAP) is a multi-component approach by which school districts and schools use all opportunities for students to be physically active, meet the nationally-recommended 60 minutes of physical activity a day, and develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be physically active for a lifetime. There are five components of this program:
- High-quality physical education
- Physical activity during the school day
- Physical activity before and after school
- Staff involvement
- Family and community engagement
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in collaboration with American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD) developed guidance for school districts and schools to develop, implement, and evaluate CSPAP.
School Health Index
The School Health Index (SHI): Self-Assessment & Planning Guide is a self-assessment and planning tool that schools can use to improve their health, safety policies and programs. It's easy to use and is completely confidential.
The SHI was developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in partnership with school administrators and staff, school health experts, parents, and national nongovernmental health and education agencies to identify strengths and weaknesses, improve student health, and promote health-enhancing behaviors and better health.
Action for Healthy Kids
Utah Action for Healthy Kids consists of individuals and partnering organizations working together to increase physical activity and healthier nutrition within the school system. Utah Action for Healthy Kids team is currently working on providing a webinar series through the Utah PTA to promote good nutrition and wellness in the school system by increasing fruit and vegetable intake, boost physical activity, and improve school wellness policies.
Farm to Fork
Farm to fork enriches the connection communities have with fresh, healthy food and local food producers by changing food purchasing and education practices at schools and preschools.
​Children gain access to healthy, local foods as well as educational opportunities such as school gardens, cooking lessons and farm field trips. Farm to fork empowers children and their families to make informed food choices while strengthening the local economy and contributing to vibrant communities.