Better Health = Better Learners; Health and Education are interdependent
Comprehensive School Community Health (CSCH) works to support improvement in students' educational outcomes while addressing school community health in a planned, integrated, and holistic way. CSCH enhances what already happens in the classroom and motivates the whole school community through actions that encompass four integrated components providing a strong foundation for school community health.
What does Comprehensive School Community Health do?
- Recognizes that healthy children and youth learn better and achieve more.
- Understands that schools can directly influence students' health and behaviours.
- Encourages healthy choices, and promotes students' health and well-being.
- Incorporates health and wellness into all aspects of teaching and learning.
- Links and aligns health and education issues and opportunities.
- Thrives with the participation, support and engagement of families and the whole community.
Goals of CSCH
- to promote health and wellness;
- to provide equitable opportunities that address disparities and contribute to academic success;
- to intervene to assist vulnerable children and youth;
- to help support those who are already experiencing poor health; and,
- to prevent specific diseases, disorders, and injury.
November/December 2024
Over the past several weeks, Grayson School’s staff, students, and families embarked on a meaningful journey aligned with the Education Week theme, “Learning is a Journey.” Guided by a talented parent, the school learned the intricate process of moccasin-making.
The project began with beading workshops, where participants practiced patience and creativity before progressing to assembling moccasins, gaining a deep appreciation for the skill involved.
Made possible by the Comprehensive School Community Health grant from the Good Spirit School Division, this initiative fostered cultural appreciation and community connections while teaching valuable skills. Grayson School extends heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to this enriching experience.