Resources for Implementing School Health Councils

The School Health Council (SHC) is an advisory group composed of committed individuals from both the school and the community. The School Health Council works together to provide guidance on all aspects of the school health program. Use the resources provided below to guide the development and implementation of the local school health council.

• Get Together 
• Create a Vision
• Develop a Plan
• Taking Action 
• Maintaining Momentum
• Operating Guidelines for School Health Councils
• Sample Agenda
• School Health Council Guide
• National Guide to School Health Councils
• Resources for Step I
• Mississippi Code requiring School Health Councils
• School Health Council Members Template
• School Health Index
• Health Education Curriculum Analysis Tool (HECAT)
• Local School Wellness Policy – Guide for Development Updated 2021