This comprehensive school health education grant supports education reform with the continuation of an interdisciplinary PreK-12 coordinated health education and human services program that sets high expectations and enhances the physical, intellectual, and emotional health of all students. The implementation of a PreK-12 comprehensive health education curriculum using the 1999 Comprehensive Health Curriculum Framework, employing specific goals with measurable objectives. All school districts may apply for these funds. The amount of funds for which the school district may apply will be sent in a separate mailing in March. School districts need to provide comprehensive interdisciplinary health education and human services.
Top priority is tobacco prevention education and cessation programs.
Submit a brief overview of the district's overall comprehensive school health education program to date that includes program elements not funded by this grant. Describe the current curriculum and activities directed toward tobacco prevention education, including second hand smoke. Indicate how many violations occurred and how many individuals were involved during the 2000-2001 school year. Submit a summary of findings from your most recent local needs assessment of student behavior. Include conclusions drawn that identify program needs.