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Fidelity of After-School Program Implementation Targeting Adolescent Youth: Identifying Successful Curricular and Programmatic Characteristics
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Rajan, Sonali; Basch, Charles E. – Journal of School Health, 2012
Background: This study consisted of a formative evaluation of an after-school health education program designed for adolescent females, entitled Girls on Track. Evidence-based after-school programs have potential to supplement the traditional school day, encourage social and emotional skill development, improve the quality of student health, and…
Descriptors: Health Programs, National Programs, Health Education, After School Education
Healthier Students Are Better Learners: High-Quality, Strategically Planned, and Effectively Coordinated School Health Programs Must Be a Fundamental Mission of Schools to Help Close the Achievement Gap
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Basch, Charles E. – Journal of School Health, 2011
Objective: To discuss implications for educational policy and practice relevant to closing the achievement gap based on the literature review and synthesis presented in 7 articles of the October 2011 special issue of the "Journal of School Health". Methods: Implications for closing the achievement gap are drawn from analyses of current literature.…
Descriptors: Evidence, Achievement Gap, School Restructuring, Health Promotion
Healthier Students Are Better Learners: A Missing Link in School Reforms to Close the Achievement Gap
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Basch, Charles E. – Journal of School Health, 2011
Objectives: This article provides an introduction to the October 2011 special issue of the "Journal of School Health" on "Healthier Students Are Better Learners." Methods: Literature was reviewed and synthesized to identify health problems affecting school-aged youth that are highly prevalent, disproportionately affect urban minority youth,…
Descriptors: Achievement Gap, Physical Activities, Health Programs, Academic Achievement
An Alternative Approach for Worksite Health Promotion: The Consortium Model.
Basch, Charles E.; And Others – Health Education (Washington D.C.), 1985
Wellness in the Workplace offers a health risk reduction program to the work environment through use of existing health promotion community services. Historical development, services provided, and potential benefits to other communities are discussed. (DF)
Descriptors: Consortia, Cooperative Programs, Health Education, Health Programs