Establishing healthy behaviors during childhood is more effective than trying to change unhealthy behaviors during adulthood.  The health of our children does not depend on major medical breakthroughs, but rather on the everyday practice of good health habits. 

School Health Advisory Councils provide an efficient, effective structure for creating and implementing an age appropriate, sequential health education program, and early intervention and prevention strategies that can easily be supported by local families and community stakeholders.  

Every Independent School District is required by law to have a School Health Advisory Council. 

 School Health Advisory Council Downloadable Guidelines (DSHS)