The Newton ISD School Health Advisory Council sub-committees are based on the eight components of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) School Health Model. The SHAC has combined Physical and Health Education into one sub-committee. In addition Counseling, Psychological, and Social Services has been combined with Healthy School Environments to form the Healthy and Safe School Environments sub-committee.
There is a growing body of evidence showing the positive impact of one or more components on student health and learning outcomes. Many school leaders also report that their efforts at coordinating health initiatives result in improved achievement, attendance, less smoking among students and staff, lower rates of teenage pregnancy, increased participation in physical fitness activities, and greater interest in healthier diets.
SHAC sub-committee membership is open to any individual interested in supporting health and wellness through development of coordinated school health programs in the NISD community.