- Donna ISD
- School Health Advisory Councils (SHAC)
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Welcome to the School Health Advisory Council (SHAC)!
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What is SHAC?
A SHAC is a state-mandated advisory council appointed by the school board. Members are approved by the school board for a one year term. It is made up of parents, community members, students and school staff working together to improve the health of all students and families through coordinated school health program.
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Why do we need a School Health Advisory Council (SHAC)?
1. It is Texas law.
2. Healthy children learn better.
3. Schools play an important role in teaching healthy habits.
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What is included in a coordinated school health program (CSHP)?
The components of a coordinated school health program include:
- Family and community involvement
- Nutrition services
- Physical education
- Health education
- Counseling, psychological and social services
- Health services
- Healthy school environment
- Staff Wellness
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How do I join the SHAC?
If you would like to serve on the SHAC please contact:
Velma Rangel
vrangel@donnaisd.net
956-464-1600 ext. 1004
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The SHAC in Action: Partnering for Healthy Kids initiative is lead by a collaborative group under Texas Action for Healthy Kids (TAHK) SHAC Leadership Team, comprised of a variety of organizations and state agencies, each bringing a unique skill set to the initiative. Current SHAC in Action: Partnering for Healthy Kids partner organizations and agencies include: Action for Healthy Kids, YMCA, the Partnership for a Healthy Texas, IT’S TIME TEXAS, Texas AgriLife Extension, and Dairy Max.
Calendar of SHAC Meetings
Additional Resources
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Fitnessgram
Texas Education Code, §38.101 and §38.103, requires that the fitness levels of all students in grades 3-12 be assessed at least once annually and that school districts submit the results to the Texas Education Agency each school year. The TEA identified FITNESSGRAM® as the assessment tool to be used by all school districts starting in the 2007-2008 school year. Parents may obtain a copy of their student(s) results by submitting a written request.