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Dr. Lawrence St Leger

What really works in promoting health in schools?

From recent commissions which sought answers to this question. Dr. St Leger shares how schools can use this evidence to add value to their initiatives.

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Example #1

We found that our program had a greater impact on our students, because it focused on the whole child-physical, social and mental health.  We don't think the program would be as successful without incorporating all three of these aspects.

Overall, our program made a great impact on our kids.  They made physical improvements in strength, endurance, and flexibility as a result of our daily morning physical cycle, and made great improvements in their communication and social skills as a result of our focus on social and mental health.

The Whole School, Independent Schools of BC (#08 Kootenay Lake)
School Question: After implementing a morning program that consists of physical, mental and social health awareness activities, will our students develop a greater understanding that healthy living is more than diet and exercise?

To learn more about this inquiry visit the Elementary & K-12 Case Study Reports