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Using the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child Model to Build Bridges and Break Down Silos

Webinar //

Date:

Apr 24 2018, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM MST

Description

This webinar, co-hosted by the National Association of Chronic Disease Directors and the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, will describe the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model and how it can be used as a framework for integrating health and learning, enhancing coordination within the school district, and increasing collaboration with community partners. Examples from Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools (North Carolina) and San Diego Unified School District (California) will demonstrate real-world application of the WSCC model to engage multiple school and community partners to support student health and academic success.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will be able to:

  • Describe how the WSCC model can be used as a framework to improve coordination and integration
  • Identify examples of how school districts have used the WSCC model to break down internal silos and build bridges to the community
  • Identify resources for further information and support

Panelists:

  • Laura Rooney, Maternal and Child Health Block Grant Administrator, Ohio Department of Health
  • Sara D. Harmon, Program Manager, Health and Physical Education, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools
  • Cindy Marten, Superintendent, San Diego Unified School District
  • Kate McDevitt, Wellness Supervisor, San Diego Unified School District

Questions? Contact Laura DeStigter.

Registration Information