School Plan - Blytheville Public Schools

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ACSIP http://acsip.state.ar.us/cgi-bin/index.cgi?rm=report_acsip principals focused on struggling teachers having difficulty in managing classrooms. Peer observations and modeling of effective classroom management strategies were implemented to clear up concerns. Action Type: Program Evaluation Total Budget: $0 Priority 4: Supporting Data: Goal Benchmark All students at the Blytheville Primary School will receive instruction on how to make good choices to live a healthy lifestyle through exercise, proper nutrition, and good health habits. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 2011-2012 data indicated that 232 1st grade and 202 2nd grade students participated in Vision Screening. Five 1st grade students and one 2nd grade student were referred for additional screening. 2011-2012 data indicated that 233 1st grade and 205 2nd grade students participated in Hearing Screening. Two 1st grade students and no 2nd grade students were referred for additional screening. Kindergarten 2011-2012 Data by grade level: 52.7% Kindergarten Males Overweight/Obese 40.7% Kindergarten Females Overweight/Obese Data by total student population: 15.6% Males Classified as Overweight 17.8% Females Classified as Overweight 26.5% Males Classified as Obese 27.9% Females Classified as Obese Preschool/Kindergarten 2010-2011 Data by grade level: 38.9% Preschool Males Overweight/Obese 45.5% Preschool Females Overweight/Obese 24.1% Kindergarten Males Overweight/Obese 33.6% Kindergarten Females Overweight/Obese Data by total student population: 11.5% Males Classified as Overweight 11.3% Females Classified as Overweight 14.6% Males Classified as Obese 24.1% Females Classified as Obese During the 2010-2011 school year, Blytheville Kindergarten Center saw a decrease in the number of students classified as overweight or obese according to the Body Mass Index in all categories except one. Preschool Males showed a slight increase in 2010-2011 with 38.9% classified as overweight/obese compared to 31.6% in 2009-2010. Preschool/Kindergarten 2009-2010 Data by grade level: 31.6% Preschool Males Overweight/Obese 60.0% Preschool Females Overweight/Obese 53.1% Kindergarten Males Overweight/Obese 40.4% Kindergarten Females Overweight/Obese Data by total student population: 24.8% Males Classified as Overweight 21.8% Females Classified as Overweight 20.1% Males Classified as Obese 21.8% Females Classified as Obese Kindergarten Center saw an increase in the number of students classified as overweight or obese according to the Body Mass Index in all categories except Preschool Males which decreased. BMI school results for the 2011-2012 school year showed an increase in second grade students classified as overweight or at risk of being overweight. The results indicated that 42.1% of males and 45.7% of females were overweight or at risk of being overweight. BMI school results for the 2010-2011 school year showed an increase in second grade students classified as overweight or at risk of being overweight. The results indicated that 32.3% of males and 36.3% of females were overweight or at risk of being overweight. BMI school results for the 2009-2010 school year showed an increase in second grade students classified as overweight or at risk of being overweight. The results indicated that 16.7% of males and 23.6% of females were overweight or at risk of being overweight. School Health Index results for 2007-08 indicated that increased times needed to allocated in all schools for physical activity, professional development needed to be provided for all staff and physical health and well being issues, and asthma awareness training needed to be provided. Most physical activity is through scheduled motor skills classes, the before school walking program, and other structured physical activities. In the fall of 2011, the results of the Arkansas Prevention Needs Assessment Student Survey are included in the Safe and Drug Free School Priority 3 of the Blytheville School District plan. All students at the Blytheville Primary School will receive instruction on how to make good choices to live a healthy lifestyle through exercise, proper nutrition, and good health habits. By the end of the 2012-2013 school year, there will be a 10% decrease of the number of students indicated as at-risk on the BMI results. Intervention: Promote good nutrition and a healthy lifestyle through various activities at school. Scientific Based Research: PL 108-265, June 30, 2004; ADE Nutrition/Physical Activity Standards; Ark Code: 20-7-133, 20-7-134, 20-7-135; Reverse the Trends: Create a Healthy School Nutrition Environment for Students, National Food Service Management Institute, 2004. 40 of 69 10/11/2012 1:45 PM
ACSIP http://acsip.state.ar.us/cgi-bin/index.cgi?rm=report_acsip Story, M., Kaphingst, K. M., & French, S. (2006, Spring). "The role of schools in obesity prevention." Future of Children, Vol. 16/No.1. Retrieved August 23, 2007, from http://futureofchildren.org Kumanyika, Shiriki and Grier, Sonya (2006, Spring). "Targeting interventions for ethnic minority and low-income populations." Future of Children, Vol. 16/No. 1. Retrieved August 23, 2007 from http://futureofchildren.org Krishnamoorthy, J. S., Hart, C., and Jelalian, E. (2006). "The epidemic of childhood obesity: Review of research and implications for public policy." Social Policy Report, Volume III, Number II. Retrieved August 23, 2007 from http://www.srcd.org/spr.html Person Actions Responsible (K-2) Blytheville Primary will implement the district Beverly wellness policy as follows: Implement the district Gonzales; wellness policy as follows: The health and physical Mary Tyler, well-being of our students directly affects their ability Physical to learn. Childhood obesity increases the incidence of Education adult diseases occurring in children and adolescents Teacher such as heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes. The increased risk carries forward into their adulthood. Research indicates that a healthy diet and regular physical activity can help prevent obesity and the diseases resulting from it. It is understood that the eating habits and exercise patterns of students cannot be magically changed overnight, but at the same time, the board of directors believes it is necessary to strive to create a culture in our schools that consistently promotes good nutrition and physical activity. The problem of obesity and inactivity is a public health issue. The board is keenly aware that it has taken years for this problem to reach its present level and will similarly take years to correct. The responsibility for addressing the problem lies not only with the schools and the Department of Education, but with the community and its residents, organizations and agencies. Therefore, the district shall enlist the support of the larger community to find solutions which improve the health and physical activity of our students. Parents will also be kept informed of improving physical health of the students. The school page included in the local newspaper will include tips for healthy eating and physical activity to promote wellness in the children. Goals: In its efforts to improve the school nutrition environment, promote student health, and reduce childhood obesity, the district will adhere to the Arkansas Rules Governing Nutrition and Physical Activity Standards in Arkansas Public Schools. Adhering to these Rules will include, but is not limited to district efforts to 1. Appoint a district school health coordinator and a coordinator for each building, who shall be responsible for ensuring that each school fulfills the requirements of this policy; 2. Implement a grade appropriate nutrition education program that will develop an awareness of and appreciation for nutrition and physical activity throughout the curriculum; 3. Enforce existing physical education requirements and engage students in healthy levels of vigorous physical activity; 4. Strive to improve the quality of physical education curricula and increase the training of physical education teachers with all PE teachers being licensed in physical education; 5. Follow the Arkansas Physical Education and Health Education Frameworks in grades K-12; 6. Not use food or beverages as rewards for academic, classroom or sports performances; 7. Ensure that drinking water is available without charge to all students; 8. Establish class schedules, and bus routes that don't directly or indirectly restrict meal access; 9. Provide students with ample time to eat their meals in pleasant cafeteria and dining areas; 10. Establish no more than nine (9) school wide events Timeline Resources Start: 07/01/2012 End: 06/30/2013 Central Office Teachers Source of Funds ACTION BUDGET: $ 41 of 69 10/11/2012 1:45 PM
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