Examines the first phase of a comprehensive evaluation plan for Nebraska's public school health programs. The evaluation used the Targeting Outcomes of Programs framework to gather parents' perspectives about program benefits. Surveys of parents from 60 school districts indicated that most parents supported funding health programs and believed…

Describes the design of a cohort of 6th-grade students, methods for tracking and retaining students as they advanced through 8th and 11th grade, and costs involved for survey completion in school and by mail for students who had ever and never used tobacco. Problems unique to the school setting are addressed, with suggestions for efficient…

Discusses the primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention components of suicide prevention education, offering practical steps for incorporating each component within a school system and exploring: what school professionals can do to help prevent adolescent suicide; what school professionals should do when a student threatens suicide; and what…

Describes the development, over many years, of a unified code of ethics designed to represent the professional needs of various health education professionals working in the field. The code of ethics for the health education profession is included. It focuses on responsibility to: the public; the profession; employers; health education delivery:…

Explores the relevance of Richard Paul's concept of critical thinking to health education. Paul's concept features elements of reasoning, intellectual standards, and intellectual traits. Each component appears highly relevant to health education. Unanswered questions about the approach concern the degree to which thinking skills and traits can be…

This 1930 paper discusses important considerations in selecting school physicians, cautioning that unwise appointments include elderly doctors who are no longer in practice, doctors who are more interested in money than health, and doctors with poor interpersonal skills. The paper recommends hiring well-educated, tactful, punctual, honest, and…

Background: Few evaluations of school health programs measure academic outcomes. K-12 education needs evidence for academic achievement to implement school programs. This article presents a systematic review of the literature to examine evidence that school health programs aligned with the Coordinated School Health Program (CSHP) model improve…

Arguments for and against the installation of seat belts in school buses are discussed. (DF)

The impact of teen suicide on the survivors is discussed, and an outline is presented for educational and administrative postincident intervention guidelines for schools. (Author/CB)

Adolescent pregnancy may occur when childhood developmental needs have not been met adequately. Once the needs have been identified, intervention for the adolescent and her child can be tailored to fill developmental gaps. (Author/MT)

This study examined effects of computer-assisted instruction on decision making, assertiveness, and interpersonal communication related to responsible sexuality. Health science classes from four secondary schools in three midwestern states participated in the study. Results are discussed. (Author/MT)

Collaboration and coordination among school nurses, health teachers, guidance counselors, food service directors, principals, administrators, parents, and community agencies have the potential to upgrade school health programs. Three programs that have effectively brought together schools and community agencies are described. (Author/MT)

A school site health promotion program for faculty and staff may provide important academic and financial benefits. Health insurance costs and hidden costs of illness can be reduced, while teachers become better role models and have improved attitudes. A model program is described. Resources are listed. (MT)

Essential information about Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is provided for school personnel. The policy statements of several national organizations regarding school attendance of children and teachers who have tested positive for AIDS virus are included. Relevant hotlines, organizations, audiovisual materials, and publications are…

The development and progress of health education curricula for New York state public schools are discussed, and the need for further work and more collaboration among health educators is suggested. (CB)